Saint Peters, MO 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 (636) 387-4331 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 Saint Peters, Missouri 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 Saint Peters 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 Saint Peters MO
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Saint Peters 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 Saint Peters, plus many more locations
throughout Missouri and all across the United States.
Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Saint Peters. We'll show you the
nearest locations
to get a DNA test in Saint Peters, MO 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 Saint Peters, MO was in 2017.
Dedicated to Excellence
We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in
Saint Peters.
Saint Peters, Missouri - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in Saint Peters, MO
For those in Saint Peters, Missouri, expecting a child outside of marriage, establishing paternity is an essential step. There are two primary ways to do this:
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Signing an Affidavit Acknowledging Paternity: This can be done at the hospital after the baby is born, or later on through the Family Support Division or Bureau of Vital Records
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Court order: Alternatively, paternity can be legalized through a court order
Establishing paternity establishes a man as the legal father of the child. However, the decision should be made with confidence because the Affidavit is legally binding, much like a court order.
In cases of doubt or disagreement, a DNA test is commonly used to confirm the biological father. In Missouri, a DNA test result showing at least a 98% probability means that the man is presumed to be the father. Although home DNA tests are available, they should be used only for peace of mind and are not intended for legal purposes.
Saint Peters, Missouri: Benefits of establishing paternity
It is important to understand the benefits of legal paternity in order to make an informed decision. When legal paternity is established, the child can gain benefits like:
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Financial support from both support
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The father's health insurance
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Inheritance from both parents
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Social Security and Veterans benefits, if available
If a father decides not to establish paternity, he can miss out on legal rights like going to court for custody or visitation hours.
Why Choose Our DNA Testing Services in Saint Peters, MO?
In paternity matters, accuracy and legal validity are important. Here's why our DNA testing services in Saint Peters, Missouri, are your best choice:
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Legal recognition. Our DNA tests are admissible in court, and can be used for paternity cases involving custody and child support.
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Accuracy and reliability. Our tests give you clear answers in paternity disputes.
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Convenience. We have clinics in Saint Peters and throughout the nation, so testing is easy even if the father and child live in different places.
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Saint Peters, Missouri
