DNA Test - Saint Petersburg, FL

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Health Street provides DNA testing in Saint Petersburg, Florida at 10 conveniently located testing laboratories. Register now, or call us at (727) 205-6067 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 - Saint Petersburg, Florida

Saint Petersburg FL DNA Testing Locations

Types of DNA Tests at our Saint Petersburg, Florida 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:

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Grandparent DNA Test (if the father is not available for testing)
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Sibling DNA Test (possible brothers, sisters, or half-siblings)
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Avuncular DNA Test (aunt/uncle and niece/nephew)

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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg FL

Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Saint Petersburg 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 Petersburg, plus many more locations throughout Florida and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Saint Petersburg. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Saint Petersburg , FL 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 Petersburg, FL was in 2018.

Dedicated to Excellence

We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Saint Petersburg. 

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Establishing paternity in Saint Petersburg, FL

Establishing paternity in Florida can provide children with many benefits to enrich their lives. For example, the father may be able to provide benefits such as health insurance, and there also may be some disability or military benefits. If paternity is established, the child can also be entitled to estate inheritance.

Parents can establish paternity via Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity form or by court order. If both parties agree about who the father is, signing the form at the hospital is more straightforward than doing it later on, and there is no need for a court order. If parents must establish paternity through the court, the court will usually order a DNA test. Once the DNA results come back, the judge can establish paternity.

Father and son finally reunited after decades

Joseph lived with his mom his whole life and never knew much about his father. He asked many questions but did not get exactly the answers he wanted. Her story would always change a little bit, so more questions continued to arise. He thought he was conceived because of rape.

One day, he took a DNA test and found his biological father, Bobby Parker. Bobby said he had been wondering his whole life what had happened to Joseph, but he had problems with alcoholism. Now, he is sober and says he could not be happier to get to know his son at a time when he could see everything clearly and react appropriately.

Parker's wife was also very supportive and said they had so much in common and looked alike. They eventually met even with Joseph's kids, and his wife, and Bobby said he was proud to see how much love he had for his family.

The family is planning on spending Christmas and Thanksgiving together.

Last updated 7/21/2022

Some Saint Petersburg Neighborhoods That We Serve

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Childs Park
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Disston Heights
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Holiday Park
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Harbordale
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Yacht Club Estates
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Cromwell Heights
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Harris Park
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Mel-Tan Heights

Additional Services

Health Street offers a variety of other services, including:

Citations

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Florida Paternity Law: Knowing Your Rights. Establishing Paternity. (n.d.). Retrieved July 21, 2022, from https://www.hg.org/legal-articles/florida-paternity-law-knowing-your-rights-44678
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Markhoff, J. (n.d.). DNA test reunites father and son after decades apart. https://www.wcjb.com. Retrieved July 21, 2022, from https://www.wcjb.com/2021/08/30/dna-test-reunites-father-son-after-decades-apart/