What is DNA paternity testing?

DNA is the genetic material that determines your biological characteristics. With the exception of identical twins, every person's DNA is unique. You inherit one half of your DNA from your father and the other half from your mother. DNA is useful in accurately identifying parents, children and sibling relationships. DNA is so accurate in identifying biological relationships that it is admissible as evidence in a court of law.

A DNA test may be needed to provide conclusive evidence of a familial relationship.

Are you seeking proof that an alleged mother or father is actually the biological parent of a child? Were you adopted and are now attempting to confirm your birth parent? Are you attempting to prove that someone you know is actually a blood relative? Do you need a paternity test for immigration purposes? If any of these situations apply, paternity testing can help.

When would I need a Paternity Test?

To resolve paternity challenges (or alleged paternity)
For immigration purposes to prove that sponsoring parties and applicants are related
To determine other familial relationships such as maternity or sibling relatedness

LifeLabs Services

LifeLabs offers DNA paternity testing and collection services for the following:

Paternity (identifies alleged father)
Maternity (resolves maternal disputes)
Adoption (to determine familial relationship)