Legal vs. At-Home Testing FAQ
What to consider when selecting a DNA test?
Legal Tests
Provides court-ready results that may be used to resolve child support disputes, custody disputes, probate issues and other legal matters. Samples are collected at one of our conveniently located certified collection facilities ensuring proper chain of custody is maintained. A documented chain of custody is required for all tests that may be used for legal purposes.
At-Home Tests
Referred to as a non-legal test or at-home test. This test is used when you just need or want answers regarding genetic relationships. A pre-paid express envelope is provided so that you may expedite your DNA samples to the lab.
Quick Comparison Summary
| Legal Test | At-Home Testing (Non-Legal) | |
| Used for | Provides court-ready results that may be used to resolve legal matters, such as: · Adoption · Birth Certificate · Child Custody · Child Support · Court Order · Immigration · Other legal reasons · Probate · Tax Forms · Will / Estate | Provides answers regarding genetic family relationships, including: · Paternity (father) · Maternity (mother) · Sibling (half or full) · Twin · Individual DNA |
| Sample Collection | Painless cheek swab collected at one of our conveniently located certified collection facilities. | Easy-to-follow kit instructions allow for painless collection of cheek swab samples in the privacy of your own home. |
| Turn-around time | 3-5 business days after sample is collected and received at lab. | 3-5 business days after sample is collected and received at lab. |
| Results | Positive test results are routinely 99.99% or higher. | Positive test results are routinely 99.99% or higher. |
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