New Rochelle, NY 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 (914) 241-5296 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.
A physician's prescription is required for a DNA test in the State of New York. Non-legal DNA testing is not available in the State of New York. Additional lab fees per person must be paid directly to the laboratory that processes the test.
Types of DNA Tests at our New Rochelle, New York 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 New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle NY
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle, plus many more locations
throughout New York and all across the United States.
Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in New Rochelle. We'll show you the
nearest locations
to get a DNA test in New Rochelle, NY 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 New Rochelle, NY was in 2017.
Dedicated to Excellence
We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in
New Rochelle.
New Rochelle, New York - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in New Rochelle, NY
Unmarried parents from New Rochelle, NY, must establish paternity for the child to have a legal father. They can do so by signing the voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity (AOP) or by the court. An AOP can be signed right after the child is born at the hospital or any time before the child turns 21. If the parents file the document at the hospital, the staff can help them through the process.
If there are any questions or doubts about paternity, parents usually do not sign the AOP since it is a legally binding document. The mother and the alleged father typically go to court in these cases. The judge will likely order paternity testing of the alleged father and the child to prove the father-child relationship. If paternity is established, then custody, child support, and visitation hours can also be established if necessary.
New Rochelle, New York: Benefits of establishing paternity
Once paternity is established, both mother and father can benefit from it. The mother often feels more financially secure and can share the responsibilities with the father. The father can also share rights and responsibilities with the mother, including making important decisions regarding the child's health, education, and religious upbringing. The father's name can be added to the child's birth certificate, and he obtains the right to seek custody or visitation hours. When legal paternity has been established, both parents must agree before the child is placed for adoption.
The child also benefits from establishing paternity. The child can inherit from the father, gain access to family medical history, have a better sense of identity, and have both parents on the birth certificate. Additionally, the child can receive emotional and financial support from both parents. The child may be entitled to medical insurance, social security, and, if applicable, veterans benefits and military allowances.
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in New Rochelle, New York
Health Street offers a variety of other services, including:
Reviews
Super Satisfied
By Conrad B. on 11/21/2017
super satisfied it took a while to get the paperwork other party involved sent it to the wrong email you have to coordinate it or get it up to date. chau
