| Test name: |
GeneTree DNA Single Grandparentage |
| Brief description of test: |
determines genetic grandparent of child using one grandparent, one grandchild, and parent optional using the GeneTree DNA Single Grandparentage Test. (requires cheek cell swab) |
| Product features &
benefits: |
This test option enables you to test one grandparent, one grandchild and parent optional. The DNA grandparentage test is 99% accurate (if both grandparents are tested), 90% accurate (if one grandparent is tested). |
| Product home page: |
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| Type of test: |
DNA Grandparentage Tests |
| Manufacturer of test: |
GeneTree, Inc. |
| Manufacturer brand: |
GeneTree |
| Email address to send
questions: |
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HERE to email a question |
| Hotline phone# to call and ask
questions: |
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| Tests in package: |
1 |
| Product ID#: |
GTI31 |
| Price of test: |
$545.00 |
| Specimen required by test: |
cheek cells by swabbing mouth |
| Are specimens tested at home or
laboratory: |
This test requires that your test
specimen be mailed to a laboratory |
| Brief overview of test
instructions: |
Each person tested must scrape swab inside mouth horizontally (in a back and forth motion) as the swab is rotated inside cheek for 15 seconds. Place swab directly into enclosed paper envelopes. Repeat same process for remaining swabs. Mail back envelope.
Note: Always read instructions enclosed with test kit for
more detailed instructions |
| Diet restrictions required by
test: |
No diet restrictions apply |
| Time before test results are
known: |
7 to 10 days after we receive back from you |
| Does test require a doctor's
prescription: |
No prescription is required. |
| Accuracy of test: |
Test accuracy is >99% (inclusion) or 0% (exclusion) if both alleged grandparents are tested. Accuracy is >90% (inclusion) or 15% (exclusion) if one is tested. |
| Test precautions: |
This test is NOT a saliva test. Cheek cells are needed for testing |
| Special notes about this test: |
This test is accredited by AABB, CUA and NYDOH |
| Test shelf life: |
no expiration date |
