DNA Test - Atlanta, GA

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Health Street provides DNA testing in Atlanta, Georgia at 30 conveniently located testing laboratories. Register now, or call us at (770) 824-0556 or schedule online. with any questions. Our paternity testing (including grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing) determines if two or more people are related.

Schedule an appointment for a DNA test quickly and easily. The parties can come together or you can set up separate appointments. Grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing are also available. Legal DNA tests are done at our testing centers. Peace of mind DNA tests can be done at home by cheek swab, hair, or fingernails.

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DNA Test - Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta GA DNA Testing Locations

Types of DNA Tests at our Atlanta, Georgia locations:

The most commonly ordered DNA test is a Paternity Test to conclusively establish whether or not a man is the biological father of a child.

Paternity Testing can be performed at our testing centers. DNA Testing can be done for other close family relationships, such as:

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Grandparent DNA Test (if the father is not available for testing)
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Sibling DNA Test (possible brothers, sisters, or half-siblings)
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Avuncular DNA Test (aunt/uncle and niece/nephew)

Specimens we can test for DNA

The easiest and most reliable way to obtain a DNA sample for paternity testing is to swab the inner cheeks of the people being tested. These skin cells are known as buccal cells, and they rub off easily onto cotton swabs and remain in place for analysis by our laboratory. Other specimen samples, such as hair follicles, fingernails, and garments that might contain someone's DNA, can also be tested. An Alternative Specimen DNA Test is done by registering online and shipping the specimens to us.

Legally Admissible DNA Tests vs. "Peace of Mind" At-Home Tests

A Legal Paternity Test is a court admissible DNA testing service. Accurate results for DNA paternity testing with 99.99% confidence or greater take about a week.

When deciding which type of DNA test is right for you, consider first what you might do with the results. In order for the results of a DNA test to hold up in court, for child support, or to change the name on a birth certificate, the test must be done at a clinic using strict chain of custody procedures. Our Atlanta DNA testing technicians are trained to follow guidelines that ensure that the results can be used for legal purposes.

How to schedule a DNA Test in Atlanta GA

Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Atlanta clinics is simple and fast, and we often have appointments available in the same week. It's always helpful to schedule in advance to make sure you get the time you want. Register online, or please call our customer service team, which can help you book your appointment over the phone.

We have state of the art testing labs and friendly clinics that perform the DNA sample collection in Atlanta, plus many more locations throughout Georgia and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Atlanta. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Atlanta , GA so you can choose the testing center that is most convenient. When you register, you can also pick the appointment time and date that you prefer.

Why Health Street

A Decade Plus of Experience

Health Street has provided DNA tests since 2010. The first DNA test we performed in Atlanta, GA was in 2019.

Dedicated to Excellence

We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Atlanta. 

Atlanta, Georgia - DNA Testing

Local DNA Stories

In 2017, two students attending the same university in Atlanta used DNA testing and discovered they were long-lost brothers. Kieron Christian Graham, 20, and Vincent Ghant, 29, knew about each other and have been looking to find each other for years after Kieron was adopted as a baby.

Their mother decided to put Kieron up for adoption when he was three months old, feeling like she could not give him what he needed at that time. Growing up, he wondered about his biological family. In 2016, his adoptive parents gave him a DNA test and he was matched to Ghant as his brother. After finding Ghant on a Facebook search, he sent him a message, and the brothers found out they'd been living fifteen minutes away from each other. Not only were they living close to each other, but they were attending the same university and shared the same major. Kieron was reunited with his biological brother and mother thanks to DNA testing.

Proving Paternity for Child Custody Purposes in Atlanta, GA

If a child is born to married parents, the husband is the child's legal father, and the parents do not need to establish paternity. In Atlanta, GA, paternity must be established if the parents are not married for the father to have visitation and custody rights to the child. If both parents agree about who the biological father is, they establish paternity by signing a Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgement form. If the parents disagree with who the biological father is, either party may request DNA testing to prove paternity. If the parents still disagree on establishing paternity voluntarily, they can go to court, and the judge will decide on the child's legal father and issue orders for visitation, custody, and child support. For child support cases, the Atlanta Division of Child Support Services must obtain DNA testing if paternity has not been established.

Experts Say...

Atlanta law firm Stearns‑Montgomery & Proctor explains the importance of paternity establishment. "A child born out of wedlock in Georgia is considered illegitimate, giving the mother of the child rights not available to the father," the law firm explained," In the state of Georgia, establishing paternity declares the identity of the biological father. The mother involved in a paternity action can then collect child support from the child's father. A father may initiate a paternity case to establish legal and physical custody rights. As the firm states, "Without first establishing paternity, these issues cannot be addressed by a court."

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Locations

Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Atlanta, Georgia

550 Peachtree St Ne Suite 1460 Atlanta, GA 30308
Pre-registration required,Walk-in with barcode:

M: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(M Lunch: 12-1 PM)T: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(T Lunch: 12-1 PM)W: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(W Lunch: 12-1 PM)Th: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(Th Lunch: 12-1 PM)F: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(F Lunch: 12-1 PM) About this Location: Fox Theatre is a historic performing arts venue located not far from our location. It is known for its unique architecture and hosts a variety of performances, including Broadway shows, concerts, and movies.
975 Johnson Ferry Road Suite 320 Atlanta, GA 30342
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M: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM(M Lunch: 1-2 PM)T: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM(T Lunch: 1-2 PM)W: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM(W Lunch: 1-2 PM)Th: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM(Th Lunch: 1-2 PM)F: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM(F Lunch: 1-2 PM) About this Location: Saint Joseph's Hospital of Atlanta, a leading healthcare provider, is conveniently located near our location, offering a wide range of medical services.
5667 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Suite 250 Atlanta, GA 30342
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M: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(M Lunch: 12-1 PM)T: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(T Lunch: 12-1 PM)W: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(W Lunch: 12-1 PM)Th: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(Th Lunch: 12-1 PM)F: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM(F Lunch: 12-1 PM) About this Location: The Art Institute of Atlanta, a notable educational institution, is located not far from our location. It offers a variety of creative programs, including design, media arts, culinary, and fashion.

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Additional Services

Health Street offers a variety of other services, including:

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Citations

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Adam, Aalia. "Long-lost brothers in Georgia discover they were living 15-minutes away from each other all along." Global News, 20 December 2017, https://globalnews.ca/news/3927893/long-lost-brothers-in-georgia-discover-they-were-living-15-minutes-away-from-eachother-all-along/
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"Paternity Establishment." Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Child Support Services, https://childsupport.georgia.gov/programs-services/paternity-establishment
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Division of Child Support Services, Georgia Department of Human Services, ttps://childsupport.georgia.gov/
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"Paternity and Father's Rights in Georgia." Stearns-Montgomery & Proctor, https://stearns-law.com/family-law/paternity-and-fathers-rights/
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"Atlanta, GA." Nextdoor, https://nextdoor.com/city/atlanta--ga/