DNA Test - Fullerton, CA
Health Street provides DNA testing in Fullerton, California at our centrally located testing center. Register now, or call us at (714) 855-4023 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.
Shedule 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 - Fullerton, California
Types of DNA Tests at our Fullerton, California 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:
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 Fullerton 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 Fullerton CA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Fullerton 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 Fullerton, plus many more locations throughout California and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Fullerton. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Fullerton , CA 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.
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A Decade Plus of Experience
Health Street has provided DNA tests since 2010. The first DNA test we performed in Fullerton, CA was in 2020.
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We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Fullerton.
Fullerton, California - DNA Testing
How to Establish Paternity in Fullerton, CA
Unmarried Fullerton parents who are expecting or have recently had a child must establish paternity for the biological father to gain paternal rights and responsibilities over his child. Fortunately, Fullerton parents have an easy and cost-free method to establish paternity in the state of California through the California Parentage Opportunity Program.
The California Parentage Opportunity Program enables two Fullerton parents to establish paternity by completing a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage Form at the hospital or through an Orange County Child Support Services location. This completely voluntary process must be completed by both parents and should only be done if there has already been DNA paternity testing or if there is full confidence in the child's biological father.
In instances where either Fullerton parent refuses to complete the steps necessary to establish paternity, the other will need to file a petition through an Orange County Family Court. A legal petition allows an Orange County judge to mandate that DNA testing is completed to properly identify the biological father and establish legal paternity.
Highlighting the Importance of Establishing Paternity in Fullerton, CA
When it comes to protecting the wellbeing of a child, Fullerton parents must legally establish paternity. In addition to providing a Fullerton father with both his paternal rights and his legal name on the child's birth certificate, establishing paternity presents a haul of child benefits, including health insurance, inheritance, and social security benefits. Similarly, the state of California will require paternity to be legally established for a primary guardian to receive child support services.
Disestablishing Paternity in Fullerton, CA
In certain unforeseen situations, a Fullerton father may later learn that he is not the biological father of the child whom he claimed. In the state of California, if a Fullerton father makes the discovery that he is not a biological father within 60 days of establishing paternity, he may submit a Declaration of Paternity Recession to disestablish paternity and any child support agreements. If the 60 days have passed, the establishment must be challenged in court and will typically require professional legal assistance and proof of DNA testing.
Last updated 9/27/2022
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