From only $145 in addition to the testing cost
There are many circumstances where samples for a Paternity DNA Test cannot be obtained via the usual method of using mouth swabs. In these cases, a Discreet Paternity Test could be the answer.
Discreet Paternity Tests can be carried out using a wide range of different samples, including fingernail clippings, hair, blood stains, teeth, ear wax, mucus and semen. Objects which have been in close contact with the person who needs to be tested, such as cigarette butts, drinking straws and even drink cans, can also potentially be used.
Please note that we require consent and photographic ID from all parties in order to perform this test. It is a criminal offence to test a person’s DNA without the informed consent of the person from whom the sample came. We cannot process any samples submitted without the full consent and ID of all participants. A parent or legal guardian can give consent on behalf of a child. Next of kin must sign if the sample donor is deceased.
Due to the nature of this type of test it cannot be ordered via our website. Please Contact Us for more information or to place an order.
How Reliable is a Discreet Paternity Test?
The effectiveness and reliability of each Discreet Paternity Test depends on the type of tissue or object being used. For instance, semen has a 90% success rate, while toothbrushes only have a success rate of 60% or less.
Nevertheless, you have our assurance that we will do our best to ensure we are able to extract DNA from the sample if at all possible. Our state-of-the-art laboratory processes enable us to give you the highest level of service at all times.
How Much Does a Discreet Paternity Test Cost?
Prices vary depending on the type of sample – see the table below for more information on what samples can be used, the additional testing cost and its estimated success rate. All our prices are based on the additional extraction processes and analysis that are required to work with the different types of samples.
PLEASE NOTE that all the costs listed below are in addition to the cost of the actual DNA Test they are being used for and are per sample per person. It is not necessary to send the same type of sample for each participant. For example, we can use mouth swabs for mother and alleged father but nail clippings for a child if you do not want the child to question why you are collecting a mouth swab sample. A parent or legal guardian must still provide consent for a child to be tested.
Using an alternative DNA source will typically add 2 working days to the testing time although this may be longer for more complicated samples such as teeth, bone and paraffin embedded tissue.
However, you can rest assured we will take the shortest time possible before sending your results.
Please Contact Us for more information or to place an order.
What is Differential Extraction?
Differential Extraction is recommended for Male/Female mixed DNA samples containing semen. This includes whole semen, a semen stain on fabric and tampon or feminine pad.
When testing DNA from a sample containing sperm and vaginal cells we expect the resulting profile to be a mixture of male and female DNA. The Differential Extraction process occurs before DNA amplification and physically separates sperm cells from epithelial cells. This process allows us to provide two separate profiles, one from the sperm fraction and the other from the non-sperm fraction, as opposed to one mixed profile.
*Differential Extraction recommended for Male/Female mixed DNA samples containing semen – see explanation above.
*Differential Extraction recommended for Male/Female mixed DNA samples containing semen – see explanation above.
*Differential Extraction recommended for Male/Female mixed DNA samples containing semen – see explanation above.