DNA Test - Bolingbrook, IL
Health Street provides DNA tests and legal paternity testing in Bolingbrook, Illinois at our centrally located testing laboratory. Call (630) 381-7271 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 - Bolingbrook, Illinois
Types of DNA Tests at our Bolingbrook, Illinois 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 Bolingbrook DNA testing technicians are trained to follow these guidelines so that the results will be legally admissible.
How to schedule a DNA Test in Bolingbrook IL
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Bolingbrook 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 Bolingbrook, plus many more locations throughout Illinois 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. We have provided DNA tests and paternity tests to thousands of people in Bolingbrook as well as communities all across the nation.
Dedicated to Excellence
We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Bolingbrook.
Bolingbrook, Illinois - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in Bolingbrook, IL
If parents are not married when the baby is born, they must legally establish paternity for the child to have a legal father. Paternity rights are often established in Bolingbrook hospitals after the child is born. Parents can sign the Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity (VAP) form. It is important to note that a VAP is a legal document, and parents should be in agreement with each other before signing.
In cases where there are doubts or disagreements regarding paternity, parents often opt to establish paternity through the court system. In court, judges commonly order a DNA test for both the alleged father and the child. This DNA test is a reliable and efficient method of determining paternity, providing the judge with conclusive laboratory results to make informed decisions. Once paternity is established, the judge can further address matters such as child support, custody, and visitation hours if necessary.
Bolingbrook, Illinois: Reasons to establish paternity
Establishing paternity in Bolingbrook, Illinois brings numerous advantages, particularly for the child involved. By establishing paternity, the child can gain essential rights like:
By establishing paternity, parents safeguard their child's future and promote stability in their lives. For example, parents can share rights and responsibilities, including financially and emotionally supporting the child, sharing custody, having visitation rights, and making important decisions about their upbringing.
When it comes to establishing paternity in Bolingbrook, Illinois, taking proactive steps is crucial for the well-being and future of your child. To ensure accurate and reliable results, consider investing in a DNA test or paternity test from our trusted services. Our tests provide you with the peace of mind and legal documentation needed to establish paternity conclusively.
Last updated 3/3/2023
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Bolingbrook, Illinois
130 N Weber Rd Ste 105 Bolingbrook, IL 60440Some Bolingbrook Neighborhoods That We Serve
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