Frequently Asked Questions

 DNA paternity testing (called DNA or parentage testing) uses DNA, the biological basis of inheritance, to prove or disprove the biological relationship between a child and an alleged father. It is based on the fact that we inherit half of our DNA from our father and half from our mother.

In a DNA paternity test, DNA samples are taken from the alleged father, child and or mother (mothers are not required & there is no additional fee to add mother) the samples are sent to our lab. The lab purifies the DNA and prepare if for testing to produce a genetic profile for each tested individual. The child's profile is compared with the profiles of the alleged father and mother to confirm that he/she has inherited DNA from the alleged father. The lab then performs statistical analysis to calculate the probability of paternity. 

 DNA paternity testing is 100% accurate when done properly. We are in partnership with laboratories that use a Dual Process trademark which helps ensure a strict chain of custody and error-free results by proper handling, testing, and analysis of samples.

In the case of an inclusion result (the alleged father is found to be the biological father), the probability of paternity could be as high as 99.999% and above. A laboratory would have to test every other man in the world in order to prove a probability of paternity of 100%. Instead, the paternity test uses a population database to calculate the probability of paternity.

An exclusion result is always 0% because if the genetic profiles for the child and alleged father do not match, there is statistically no chance for the two to be biological related.

 No. Mothers are not required, however if the mother is available & willing, adding her DNA does not hurt. 

 Mothers who participate are guaranteed a copy of the test results. If you do not test, you do not receive a copy of the report. Our strict confidentiality policy allows us to release to tested parties, representative such as an attorney, or to the tested child's legal guardian.

 No. Because DNA is set at conception and generally does not change, paternity tests can be performed even on a sample from an unborn child (Prenatal Testing). Samples can also be collected soon after birth with a simple buccal swab from the newborn. 

 For a chain of custody test (court admissible) all participants must bring a valid government-issued ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. For minors a birth certificate or social security card is sufficient, but NOT REQUIRED since the child's legal guardian or alleged father must sign the consent form allowing the minor or newborn baby to be tested. 

There are several options for deceased or missing alleged fathers:

• 1st option is DNA testing of samples taken from the deceased, such as a spot card, stored blood, or a tissue sample (usually from a coroners or medical examiner's office) This type of testing is legal and acceptable by courts & social security.
• If there are no biological samples from the fathers, then a grandparentage test is the next option to be considered, however most government offices & courts treat these results as indirect evidence of paternity, other words non chain of custody-non legal.
• If the grandparents are not both available to be tested, other family relationships may be tested to determine paternity through genetic reconstructions, siblingship test, and others.

• We travel to you for all our services.
•  Gifted Hands Premium Mobile Lab Services (GHPMLS) is responsible for the drawing and delivery of laboratory specimens. 
•  GHPMLS does not collect any specimens without a physician order or a request from Ulta Labs. (Patenity Testing is exempt)

Unfortunately, we do not accept insurance at this time, any claims must be submitted by the client, with no guarantee of reimbursement. All services rendered by GHPML are self-pay. 

Gifted Hands Premium Mobile Lab only provide collection and courier services. Analyzes are completed by the testing facilities of our partners, DDC for paternity testing and Quest Lab for labs ordered through Ulta Lab. Labs that are ordered by a provider, the testing facility is at the choice of the client.

All analysis payments are at the discretion of the client:

• Paternity testing analysis fee is included in the price.
• Labs ordered through Ulta Labs, the analysis fee is included in the price.
• Labs that are collected through a doctor's orders; the client will choose the testing lab if using insurance (in-network). We will need the patient information, copy of lab order and copy of insurance card (front and back) so that the analyzing lab can bill your insurance.

All wellness and functional lab testing is now processed through Rupa Health. Once your test is ordered, Rupa Health ships the collection kit directly to your address. You’ll receive detailed instructions, tracking information, and return packaging inside your kit.