The DNA Maternity Test will conclusively determine whether an alleged mother is the true biological mother of a child. The full genetic report is included with every test. Maternity testing is very helpful in cases of adoption reunification and IVF where a mother wishes to conclusively determine that she is the biological mother of a child.

• Quick and painless buccal (mouth) swab sample collection
• Final report available 1-3 business days after the laboratory receives the samples
• Discreet online results option available
• No age limit. Can be performed on individuals of any age, including newborns and adults
• Guarantees: greater than 99.9% probability of maternity for inclusions and 100% for exclusions
• All tests are automatically run twice to ensure 100% accuracy
• Conducted using a premium 16 to 27 genetic marker system
• State-of-the-art accredited testing laboratory utilizing advanced robotics and analyzers
• 100% private and confidential
• Check the progress of your DNA Maternity Test online

Methods of the DNA Maternity Test
During a DNA Maternity Test, a painless buccal (mouth) swab sample is collected from the child and the alleged mother. The sample contains cells, and most of the cells in our body contain a full set of genetic information in the form of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). A person’s DNA represents a “genetic blueprint” and, like a fingerprint, it is unique to each individual.

At the laboratory, the DNA is extracted from the cell and specific regions of the DNA are amplified by a process known as PCR (polymerase chain reaction). The DNA pattern of the child is compared to that of the alleged mother, to conclusively determine whether the alleged mother is the biological mother of the child.

Splitting the kit
If the individuals to be tested live in different cities, or even different countries, the DNA collection kit can be split and each component sent to a different address. The components are individually barcoded and the buccal samples will be tested together, even if sent back separately.