DNA TESTING PROVIDER GUIDE · GREATER CHICAGOLAND AREA
Choosing a DNA Testing Provider Near Chicago — What Actually Matters Before You Decide
There are several DNA testing providers serving the Chicago area — ChoiceDNA, DDC, ARCpoint Labs, Any Lab Test Now, and others. Most offer legitimate services. The differences that actually matter for your situation come down to four things: AABB accreditation, chain of custody, whether they come to you or you go to them, and which specific tests they offer. This guide breaks those down so you can make the right call.
The Four Things That Matter When Choosing a DNA Testing Provider
Before comparing any provider — including us — understand what the meaningful differences are. Everything else is secondary.
1. AABB Accreditation
AABB (formerly the American Association of Blood Banks) is the gold standard for relationship DNA testing labs. An AABB-accredited lab meets strict accuracy and quality standards that courts, immigration agencies, and child support offices recognize. Always confirm the lab — not just the provider — is AABB accredited.
Ask any provider: which lab processes your samples and is it AABB accredited?
2. Chain of Custody
Chain of custody is documentation that proves who collected the sample, when, where, and how it was sealed and sent to the lab. Without it, no court, child support agency, or immigration authority will accept your results. Confirm chain of custody is included before you pay anything.
Ask any provider: is chain of custody documentation included with my collection?
3. Mobile Collection or Fixed Location
Some providers require you to travel to a clinic or collection site. Others send a certified collector to your home, office, or any private location. If privacy, convenience, or a sensitive situation makes a clinic visit difficult — mobile collection matters.
Ask any provider: do you come to my location or do I have to come to you?
4. Which Tests They Actually Offer
Not every provider offers every test. Prenatal paternity testing, immigration DNA testing, sibling DNA tests, and grandparent DNA tests require specific lab capabilities. Confirm the specific test you need is available before you schedule.
Ask any provider: do you offer [your specific test] and what is the exact process?
How DNA Testing Providers in the Chicago Area Compare
This comparison is based on publicly available information about each provider's model and services. We have done our best to be accurate and fair — if anything has changed, the provider's own website is the authoritative source.
| Criteria | ChoiceDNA | DDC | ARCpoint Labs | Any Lab Test Now | OnSite Employer Testing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AABB accredited lab | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Chain of custody | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Mobile — we come to you | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Fixed clinic location | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Rolling Meadows |
| Court admissible results | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Prenatal paternity | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes |
| Immigration DNA (USCIS) | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes |
| Sibling DNA test | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes |
| Grandparent DNA test | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes |
| Greater Chicagoland area | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Results timeline | 3–5 days | 5–7 days | 3–5 days | 3–5 days | 5–7 days |
⚠️ Check = availability varies by location or was not confirmed at time of publishing. Always verify directly with the provider before scheduling. This table reflects general service models — individual locations may vary.
The only meaningful differentiator between OnSite and most clinic-based providers is mobile collection. If coming to a clinic is fine for your situation, several providers on this list are legitimate options. If you want a certified collector to come to your home — OnSite is currently the only mobile DNA testing option serving the Greater Chicagoland area.
When OnSite Is the Right Fit — and When It Might Not Be
OnSite is likely the right choice if:
- You want a certified collector to come to your home, office, or any private location — not a clinic
- Your situation is emotionally sensitive and a clinic waiting room feels uncomfortable
- You need a prenatal paternity test that requires a blood draw at your location
- You need a legal or court-admissible test and want professional, private service
- You are in Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, or Will County and want same-week scheduling
- You want direct contact with a real person — not a franchise or call center
Another provider might fit better if:
- You are comfortable traveling to a clinic and there is a convenient location near you
- You need a test in a city outside the Greater Chicagoland area where we do not have mobile coverage
- You need results in under 3 days and a clinic's rapid testing option fits your timeline
- You have an existing relationship with a provider and are satisfied with their service
We would rather you make the right choice for your situation than choose us for the wrong reasons.
DNA Tests Available Through OnSite
Informational Paternity Test
Personal peace of mind. Not for court or legal use.
$199
Results in 5–7 business days
Legal Paternity Test
Court admissible in Illinois and nationwide. Chain of custody included.
$369
Results in 5–7 business days
Prenatal Paternity Test
Determine paternity before birth. Safe during pregnancy. Blood draw only.
$1,329
Results in 5–7 business days
Private Paternity Test
Most discreet option. Personal results only — not for legal use.
$199
Results in 5–7 business days
Immigration DNA Test
USCIS accepted for immigration and visa petitions.
$499
Results in 5–7 business days
Sibling DNA Test
Determine whether two individuals share one or both biological parents.
$299
Results in 5–7 business days
Grandparent DNA Test
Establish a biological grandparent relationship with confidence.
$299
Results in 5–7 business days
How Mobile DNA Collection Works With OnSite
- 1Call (219) 315-0345. Tell us which test you need and your location. We confirm availability and answer any questions before you schedule anything.
- 2Schedule a time that works for you. A certified collector comes to your home, office, or any private location within approximately 30 miles of Rolling Meadows, IL — or visit our Rolling Meadows location.
- 3Collection takes 10–15 minutes. Cheek swabs for most tests. Blood draw only for prenatal paternity. All samples sealed under strict chain of custody documentation.
- 4Samples go to our AABB-accredited, SAMHSA-certified laboratory. Results delivered confidentially to you in 5–7 business days.
- AABB Accredited Lab
- 100% Confidential
- Chain of Custody Every Collection
- No Doctor Referral Required
- We Come to You
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OnSite's DNA testing as accurate as ChoiceDNA or DDC?
Yes. All professional DNA testing providers — including OnSite — use AABB-accredited laboratories that meet the same strict accuracy standards. DNA test accuracy at an accredited lab is 99.9% or greater for inclusions and 100% for exclusions. The lab is what determines accuracy — not the collector or provider brand.
What makes OnSite different from other Chicago area DNA testing providers?
The primary difference is mobile collection. Every other provider on this list requires you to travel to a clinic or collection site. OnSite sends a certified collector directly to your home, office, or any private location in the Greater Chicagoland area. Everything else — AABB-accredited lab, chain of custody, court admissibility — is the same.
Is the legal paternity test result accepted in Illinois courts?
Yes. Our legal paternity test includes full chain of custody documentation and is processed at an AABB-accredited lab. Results are court admissible in Illinois and nationwide for child support, custody, and other legal proceedings. If your attorney has specific requirements for how the test must be set up, call us before scheduling.
How does OnSite's pricing compare to other providers?
Our pricing is competitive with other professional DNA testing providers in the Chicago area. The mobile collection service — where we come to you — is included in the price. You are not paying extra for the convenience of not having to travel to a clinic.
Can I use OnSite for an immigration DNA test for a USCIS case?
Yes. Our immigration DNA test is USCIS accepted and follows the strict chain of custody and accreditation requirements for immigration petitions. Call us to discuss your specific case before scheduling — immigration DNA testing has specific procedural requirements we want to confirm with you first.
What if I am outside the Chicagoland area?
Our mobile collection covers approximately 30 miles from Rolling Meadows, IL — serving Cook, DuPage, Lake, Kane, and Will counties. If you are outside that area, you are welcome to visit our Rolling Meadows location by appointment. For locations further away, one of the clinic-based providers on this page may be a better fit geographically.
Have Questions Before You Choose? Just Call Us.
We will be straight with you about whether we are the right fit for your situation — and if we are not, we will tell you that too.