Legal Paternity DNA Test

A DNA paternity test uses genetic samples to confirm or rule out the biological relationship of father and child. It is often ordered by a lawyer or presiding judge to settle a child custody and support court case.

At Health Street, our legal lab-based DNA test to determine paternity costs $350.00. We use a comprehensive 21-marker analysis for conclusive results that are legally admissible in court. Home tests, while available, aren't legally recognized.

For residents of NY, a doctor's prescription and $45/person lab fee directly to the lab is required. The total fee is $390 for a 2 person test.

We make it easy to schedule an appointment online, and you can choose from one of our thousands of DNA collection and testing sites across the U.S. You can decide the time and place where you wish to test, and if the parties want to test together at the same clinic. If this isn't possible, they can test separately at different labs and/or at different times.

Once we have the required information, we will send you a text message and email to confirm your appointment details. We also offer home and hospital visits in certain locations for an additional fee—call us for details.

When arriving for the test, adults should bring their photo ID. For the kids, bring their birth certificate or social security card. In the case of newborns, the hospital discharge papers serve as identification.

Following sample collection, it usually takes about a week for the results of court-admissible DNA tests. The signed lab report is sent to you by email, and you will receive the official hard copy in another week or two by U.S. mail.

We offer a wide selection of DNA testing services, including legal paternity tests. It's easy to order online and you choose the time and place for your relationship tests. We send you confirmation by text and email and send status notifications every step of the way. Our licensed labs provide highly accurate results that are admissible in a court of law, which isn't the case with an at-home collection kit.

Contact us today for your legal DNA profile test or order online.

No, our paternity tests use a painless cheek swab to collect buccal cells from the inside of the cheek.

The Legal Paternity DNA Test is court admissible, and you will receive a notarized copy of the DNA test results. The home kit is simply for peace of mind, and cannot be used in a court of law. Both tests can determine paternity with 99.9% certainty.