DNA Testing Further Details

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Ordering to Results: 'The Step-by-Step Procedure
  • Step 1: Place order online
  • Step 2: We send you sample collection pack. This is despatched the same day and you will receive it by first class post by the next working day.
  • Step 3: You collect the samples and post back to us. Full details are below
  • Step 4: Paternity test is carried out. This takes between 3-5 working days (siblinghip tests take 10 working days).
  • Step 5: The results are sent to you by the method of your choice, Post, email or fax, which you will specify in the 'information form' you complete and send back.
How to collect samples:
  • Step 1: Label Swab envelope Remove one envelope of buccal swabs from the collection kit. Be sure to use the appropriate envelope for each party tested (i.e., use the "Child" envelope for the child). If the "Additional Tested Party" envelope is used, indicate the party being tested. Please complete the requested information on the swab envelope. Be sure to provide race information; it is necessary for statistical calculations.
  • Step 2: Collection Samples using Swabs Open the plastic wrapper at the end opposite from the cotton tip. Remove one swab from the package, taking care not to touch the end with the cotton tip. Open Mouth Wide. Insert a swab into the mouth, and rub it firmly back and forth and up and down the inside of the cheek. It is important to collect enough cheek cells on the entire swab, so be sure to rotate the swab while rubbing. Insufficient specimen may require recollection and delay test results.
  • Step 3: Place Used Swabs in Envelope Remove the swab from the mouth and place it directly into the paper envelope labelled for that person. Caution: DO NOT place the swabs back into the plastic wrapper. Repeat the swab collection process with the remaining swabs. Use 2 swabs on the right cheek and 2 swabs on the left cheek. After all 4 swabs have been used, discard the plastic wrapper and seal the paper envelope labelled for that person.
  • Step 4: Follow steps 1-3 for Each Person Collect samples for any other tested parties by following Steos 1-3. remember to label each specimen correctly and use all 4 swabs provided for each person.
  • Step 5: Complete the client Information Form Complete and sign the Client information Form.
  • Step 6: Package Samples in Return Envelope. Place all the collected parties' swab envelopes, along with the completed Client information form, in the return envelope provided. Seal envelope, affix stamp, and place in the post.