DNA Test - Auburn, WA
Health Street provides DNA tests and legal paternity testing in Auburn, Washington at our centrally located testing laboratory. Call (253) 201-5894 or schedule online. We offer legal paternity tests, sibling studies, grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing to determine if people are biologically related.
Set up DNA testing appointments online. Test results can be used in court for child support or to change a birth a certificate; it can also be used for simple peace of mind. Appointments can be scheduled together or separately. Legal DNA tests are done by cheek swab at our testing centers. We can also extract DNA samples from hair follicles, fingernails, and other specimens.
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DNA Test - Auburn, Washington
Types of DNA Tests at our Auburn, Washington clinics:
Paternity Testing can conclusively establish whether or not a man is the biological father of a child.
Relationship Testing for other close family relationships can be performed at our testing centers. Our DNA testing services can confirm or deny biological relationships between grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, half-siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews:
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 alleged father and child or children. 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 ordering one of our testing kits online and shipping the specimens back to us.
Legal DNA Tests vs. "Peace of Mind" At-Home Tests
A Legal Paternity Test is a court admissible lab testing service performed at an AABB accredited laboratory. 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. A legal paternity DNA test will hold up in court for such matters as child support or to change the name on a birth certificate. This test must be performed using strict chain of custody procedures. Our Auburn DNA testing technicians are trained to follow these guidelines so that the results will be legally admissible.
How to schedule a DNA Test in Auburn WA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Auburn 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. Please call our customer service team to help you book your appointment over the phone, or set up your appointment easily online.
We have state of the art testing labs and friendly clinics that perform the DNA sample collection in Auburn, plus many more locations throughout Washington and across the United States. During registration, we'll show you the nearest locations for DNA testing so you can choose the site that's most convenient. You'll also pick the times and days 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 Auburn, WA was in 2018.
Dedicated to Excellence
We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Auburn.
Auburn, Washington - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in Auburn, WA
Establishing paternity is an important process for unmarried parents in Auburn, WA. They have two options for establishing paternity: voluntary or involuntary. If both parents are certain about the biological father and have no doubts, they can sign the Acknowledgement of Paternity (AOP) at the hospital, birthing clinic, or home with a midwife's assistance after the child's birth. The AOP should be signed and notarized, and it must be filed with the Center for Health Statistics. After this process is completed, the father's name can be added to the child's birth certificate.
Paternity establishment by court order is another option for parents who are unsure about the biological father or not on good terms. The court may ask for a DNA test from the alleged father and the child to provide proof of their relationship. From there, the judge may also determine custody, visitation hours, and child support if necessary.
Health Street provides reliable and accurate DNA testing services in Auburn, WA. Whether you need a paternity test for legal purposes or simply for peace of mind, Health Street offers a variety of testing options to meet your specific needs.
Auburn, Washington: Benefits of establishing paternity
Establishing paternity can provide many benefits for the child, including access to important medical information, financial support, and emotional support from both parents. Children will be able to inherit, have both parents on the birth certificate, and have a better understanding of their identity. They will also have access to the medical history of both sides of the family. They may be eligible for financial support from both parents, as well as social security, veterans benefits, or military allowances.
Last updated 2/21/2023
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