PRIVATE vs. LEGAL
The primary difference between a
legal and private test is how
the samples are collected; the
laboratory testing itself is the same.
Private:
A private paternity test can be collected
by yourself, in the privacy of your own home, but is not admissible in court.
The private paternity test is a quick,
private and economical solution that is perfect for families who are seeking the truth regarding paternity for personal
information. If you are interested in
a private test, a kit can be shipped
to your home.
Legal:
Samples for a legal test must be
collected or witnessed by a neutral
third party such as a laboratory,
doctor,or clinic. The third party collector
will use proper Chain of Custody; a documentation process used
to ensure the test results are legally admissible. When your samples are collected for a legal test you will be
required to show government issued
photo ID. In addition, a photograph of all test participants may be taken. If you are interested in a legal test, our DNA Case Managers can locate a collection facility close to your home.
PATERNITY TESTING FOR
NEW YORK RESIDENTS
Our Laboratory is one of a select group
of laboratories in the United States authorized by the New York State Department of Health to perform parentage testing using DNA on cases originating from the State of New York.
Our Laboratory obtained this approval
after rigorous inspection and proficiency testing by the New York Department of Health.
State of New York
Public Health Law
The New York State Public Health Law has strict guidelines on paternity, forensic and ancestry testing.
Our Laboratory has a Clinical Laboratory Permit, PFI 8237, from the New York
State Department of Health and can
accept samples originating from the
State of New York for paternity testing.
Paternity Testing
The New York State Public Health Law has strict guidelines on paternity, forensic and ancestry testing.
Our Laboratory has a Clinical Laboratory Permit, PFI 8237, from the New York State Department of Health and can accept
samples originating from the State of
New York for paternity testing.
New York State regulations require that laboratories test only under the authorization
of a qualified person, and to release results of laboratory tests only to persons authorized by law to use such findings in their professional practice or official duties, and not to the case subject without written authorization from persons qualified to order laboratory testing. New York State’s Public Health Law does not allow direct to consumer testing.
Please contact us for further information if you live in the
State of New York and need
DNA testing.
Also, don't forget to sign up with ISRR or adoption registries for your state.
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