How much does a DNA test cost?
Pricing depends on the type of test and how you choose to complete your collection. Legal tests (used for court, custody, child support, or immigration) have a base price if you visit an accredited partner location, with an additional mobile dispatch fee if you'd rather have a certified collector come to you. Informational tests are flat-priced, mail-in only, with no dispatch fee. Exact current pricing for each test is shown on the cards above and confirmed again at checkout before you pay.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No. You can schedule directly with us for any DNA testing service — no doctor's order, prescription, or referral required.
How long do DNA test results take?
Legal and informational paternity results are typically ready within 5–7 business days after the lab receives your sample. Early gender testing results are typically available in 3–5 business days. Prenatal (NIPP) timelines can vary based on when the sample is collected during pregnancy — your coordinator will confirm an expected timeline before you book. Rush processing may be available for some tests; call (219) 315-0345 to ask.
Can a collector come to my home?
Yes, for legal paternity and legal prenatal (NIPP) testing. You can choose to have a certified collector — or a certified phlebotomist for prenatal blood draws — come to your home, office, or another private location instead of visiting a partner site, for an additional mobile dispatch fee shown at checkout. Informational tests are mail-in only: we ship a self-collection kit to you, and there's no in-person collector option for that test type.
Is my information kept private?
Completely. We never share your results or personal information with employers, insurers, schools, or any third party. Results are delivered only to you, unless you specifically request otherwise in writing. Your sample is processed by an independent, AABB-accredited laboratory under strict confidentiality protocols.
Do you offer DNA testing in my area?
Yes. We coordinate paternity and relationship DNA testing nationwide through a network of accredited partner collection sites. Enter your zip code at checkout to be matched with options near you, or call (219) 315-0345 and a coordinator can confirm availability in your area before you book.
What's the difference between legal and informational testing?
Legal testing follows a strict, supervised chain-of-custody collection process, including photo ID verification, and produces results that are court-admissible — accepted for child support, custody, immigration, adoption, and birth certificate matters. Informational testing is for personal knowledge only: a private, self-collected mail-in kit, with no court admissibility. Both use the same underlying DNA analysis and accuracy — the difference is entirely in how the sample is collected and documented, not in the science. If you're not sure which one you need, call (219) 315-0345 and a coordinator can help you decide.
How accurate are DNA paternity test results?
Our tests are processed by an independent, AABB-accredited laboratory and typically return a probability of paternity of 99.9% or greater when there is a match, and a 100% exclusion when there is not. This level of accuracy applies to both legal and informational tests — the underlying DNA science is identical for both.
Do I need the mother's DNA sample for a paternity test?
No. A paternity test can be conducted using only samples from the alleged father and the child. Including the mother's sample is optional, though it can add statistical strength to the result in certain cases.
Can a paternity test be done before the baby is born?
Yes. This is called a non-invasive prenatal paternity test (NIPP or NIPT) and can typically be performed as early as 7–9 weeks into pregnancy using a blood sample from the mother — no procedure involving the baby is required. NIPP is different from prenatal genetic screenings for chromosomal conditions; it specifically compares fetal DNA circulating in the mother's blood to the alleged father's DNA to determine paternity.
At what age can a child be tested?
There is no minimum age. Paternity testing can be performed on a newborn using a simple cheek swab, with no blood draw or discomfort involved for the child.
What if the alleged father won't agree to testing?
For a private, informational test, participation is voluntary, and a sample is generally needed from the person being tested. For a legal case already in the court system, a judge can order a party to submit to DNA testing as part of the proceedings. If you're navigating this situation, a family law attorney can advise on the appropriate legal steps in your state.
Can a legal DNA test be used to add a father to a birth certificate?
In many states, yes — a legal, chain-of-custody paternity test result can support adding or correcting a father's name on a birth certificate, though the exact process varies by state. Check your state's requirements or ask a coordinator for guidance specific to your situation.