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Q. How accurate are the DNA test results?
A. DNA paternity testing is very accurate, and will
yield results that indicate either a probability of paternity greater than 99%
(inclusion) or 0% (exclusion). For siblingship and grand-parentage testing we
aim for a conclusive range of either >90% (inclusion) or <15% (exclusion).
Q. What if the 2 alleged fathers are related?
A. It is best to test both alleged fathers, especially if
they are related, so that one can be excluded. If only one alleged father is
available, then you must select the extended testing additional service. The
final report will have additional data and a likelihood ratio calculated.
Q. Is blood more accurate than cheek cells when testing
for paternity?
A. No. Cheek cells collected using the GeneSwabs yield
results with the same accuracy as blood samples do. The DNA is the same;
regardless if it is collected from cheek cells or blood.
Q. How soon after submitting my specimens will I have
results?
A. For paternity tests GeneTree will provide a detailed
and comprehensive report 3-10 working days after receiving your specimens. Other
tests, such as a siblingship analysis, may take 4-6 weeks (For Express
Processing fees please calls (888) 404-GENE).
Q. What if my alleged father is deceased, can paternity
still be established?
A. Yes. Paternity can still be established by testing
other known family members to reconstruct the DNA lineage. Aunts, uncles,
cousins, siblings and grandparents can all be used to reconstruct family
relationships. Please contact GeneTree for more specific information.
Q. How old must the child be to have a paternity test
performed?
A. There are no age limitations. The GeneSwab Specimen
Collection kit can be used on infants. Expectant mothers can call (888) 404-GENE
to learn of other procedures/methods available for prenatal paternity testing.
Q. What are the New World Y-chromosome and mtDNA
services for?
A. These services help to reveal possibilities of having
Native American ancestry. The mtDNA haplotyping is for testing the paternal
line. It is advisable to contact a GeneTree Representative to better understand
these services before ordering them.
Q. What are the Y-chromosome (15 STR) and mtDNA (HVR-1)
services for?
A. These services are tools used to resolve questions
involving distant family reconstruction projects. Also, genealogists and
anthropologists are using these services to assist in their research. It is
advisable to contact a GeneTree Representative to better understand these
services before ordering them.
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