Can a paternity test be performed without the mother?
Yes. If the mother’s participation is not possible, we can perform a motherless test without any additional charge. A motherless test requires more extensive analysis, but produces the same accurate results. Health_link encourages mothers to participate for the following reasons: Mothers who participate are guaranteed to receive a copy of the test results. Due to Health-Link’s strict confidentiality policy, we are only able to release results to those tested, their authorized representatives (such as an attorney), or to the tested child’s legal guardian. Some courts require the mother to participate in the paternity test. The mother’s participation aids in the analysis of unexpected results. Her participation is especially helpful in the few cases where mutation (a random change in the DNA) has affected the results.
Yes, although results cannot be as conclusive. This is why we offer an Accuracy Guarantee for a paternity test with the mother. The result are yet very accurate with or without the mother. How old does a child need to be?A newborn infant can be tested. Taking a sample with a buccal swab is painless, and is not traumatic for the child. Why So Cheap? A few simple answers: Your DNA paternity tests are much less expensive than most other labs. Why? Actually, our prices are very competitive. Several years ago people expected to pay $750 – $1200 or more for paternity testing. Since customers were willing to pay, prices remained high. More recently, many more people have realized that DNA testing technology can help them answer questions about family relationships. As in any business, higher volume means prices can be reduced. Still, are you “cutting any corners” to offer paternity tests at these prices? Absolutely not. All paternity tests are performed at a laboratory, which is one of about
