La Mesa, CA is home to Health Street, where you can come to get a DNA test or paternity test. We work with multiple parties or individuals, so you can sign up for yourself or another person. Choose from our wide selection of DNA tests. Once you have picked a test, simply select a clinic, and register online.
Our 2 facilities perform paternity tests, sibling studies, aunt or uncle testing, and other DNA tests. Call (619) 369-4465 or register on our website. The authorization barcode will be sent right away to you or the person that you are testing; then, just come right in. The test can be used in court for child support or to change a birth certificate, or for simple peace of mind.
Types of DNA Tests at our La Mesa, 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 La Mesa 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 La Mesa CA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our La Mesa 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 La Mesa, plus many more locations
throughout California and all across the United States.
Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in La Mesa. We'll show you the
nearest locations
to get a DNA test in La Mesa, 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.
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 La Mesa as
well as communities all across the nation.
Dedicated to Excellence
We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in
La Mesa.
La Mesa, California - DNA Testing
Establishing Paternity in La Mesa, California
According to Doppelt & Forney, a law firm serving residents of San Diego County and the surrounding area, when a child is born to an unwed mother, the father has no legal rights. The easiest way to establish paternity is for both parents to voluntarily sign and file a Declaration of Paternity form. This form can be obtained from the hospital when the child is born or from the Office of Vital Records in San Diego or the Department of Child Support Services.
If both parents don't agree about a child's paternity, then one party will have to petition the courts to establish legal paternity. In this case, the court will likely order a DNA test before making a ruling. Once paternity is legally established, the parties can also petition for rulings on child support, visitation, and custody.
Whether you need a DNA test for legal purposes or to get answers, Health Street has you covered. We offer both legal paternity tests and home DNA testing kits, which can give you your answers so you can move forward. We have clinics nationwide, and your answers are just an appointment away.
La Mesa, California: Benefits of establishing paternity
Knowing for sure who the child's parents are can be helpful for many reasons. For parents, it can mean that they can spend time with their child, help make big decisions for them, and help support them. If the mom thinks about letting another family adopt the child, the dad must be involved in the decision.
For the child, knowing their parents can mean:
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They can gain inheritance rights from both parents
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They might be eligible for public benefits, especially if the father is categorized as a veteran or disabled
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They can be covered under health or life insurance from either parent
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They might receive Social Security benefits
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They have rightful access to the medical archives of both parents, ensuring holistic healthcare
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in La Mesa, California
