DNA Testing Topanga
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Topanga using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Topanga needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Topanga results. DNA testing Topanga centers are usually located within minutes of your home or office and the entire process to schedule and conduct a DNA test is Fast, Easy and Confidential.
To schedule a DNA testing Topanga location call (800) 221-4291.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities throughout the State and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities or States, Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate and schedule all of the DNA tests to ensure that all parties are accommodated in a convenient manner. As an example if the mother and child are in one city, but the alleged father is in another, we will contact all parties to schedule the DNA test at a convenient location and time and report the results back to the authorized parties.
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DNA testing Topanga centers are available to assist you in finding the answers you need, call (800)221-4291 to schedule a DNA test appointment.
The Accredited Drug Testing, DNA testing Topanga staff are committed to providing convenient, compassionate and confidential DNA testing Topanga services which will give you personalized customer service and will assist you in making these very important decisions, Call (800)221-4291 and speak to a DNA specialist.
Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests
At times persons in need of a DNA test will look for the cheapest method or a home DNA kit, however a cheap or "do it yourself" DNA test many times are not accurate or will stand a legal challenge or can successfully defend a legal challenge in a court of law. Not all laboratory's or DNA testing centers are equal. Accredited Drug Testing only uses DNA testing Topanga qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Topanga laboratories.
When scheduling a DNA test regardless of the purpose, Accredited Drug Testing recommends always utilizing a legal DNA test procedure for current or future use. A legal DNA test has very specific Chain of Custody test procedures which insures that the DNA test results can be used in a legal proceeding. A non-legal DNA test will provide the results, but cannot be used in any type of legal matter. When conducting a legal DNA test all parties must present a valid form of identification, photographs will be taken of all parties, legal guardian documentation and or birth certificates of any minor children may be required. These procedures for a legal DNA test insure that should the DNA test results be used in a legal proceeding, the chain of custody is carefully followed and no challenge to the results can be successfully made, that's why it's always best to schedule a legal DNA test.
DNA testing can be used for the following purposes
- Birth Certificate Modification
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Adoption
- Wills/Insurance
- Immigration
DNA Paternity Testing Topanga
A DNA test for paternity purposes determines the biological father of a child. Every human inherits specific DNA from both biological parents, half from the mother and half from the father. A DNA test examines a child's DNA pattern with that of a alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing a AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing maybe stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress Free.
Establishing a biological relationship is important and has many benefits including
- Medical history for the child
- Establishing legal, custodial and inheritance claims
- Enhances the family unit and bond between father and other family members
When administering a DNA test to a child/minor, the legal guardian must be present and provide authorization for the DNA test to be conducted. The legal guardian can be the mother, father or other natural or court ordered person who has legal decision making authority over the minor child.
DNA Immigration Testing
DNA testing can be used for reasons relating to immigration and the biological relationship between a petitioner and affiliated individual. DNA immigration testing can be used for paternity tests, maternity tests, sibling relationship and other purposes required by the U.S Department of State. Accredited Drug Testing will coordinate the entire process, including scheduling the DNA test for parties located in the United States and forward the DNA collection kit to the U.S Embassy located in a foreign country where the other party is located. Once the DNA collection has occurred at one of our testing centers in the U.S and at the U.S Embassy where the other parties are located, Accredited Drug Testing will ensure that all specimens are sent to the lab for DNA testing and provide the results once the AABB laboratory has analyzed the DNA test.
What is a DNA test?
A DNA test is a procedure to determine if exact biological characteristics exist in one person's DNA and those exact same DNA characteristics in another person's DNA makeup. As humans each of us have different DNA makeup, however parents and children have the same DNA, siblings from the same parents have the same DNA and grandparents have the same DNA as grandchildren. A DNA test is a non-intrusive procedure usually utilizing a oral swab from all parties, which then follows a specific chain of custody process in which the oral swab specimens are sent to a certified and accredited AABB laboratory. The Laboratory than analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.
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How to schedule a DNA Testing Topanga?
It's simple, contact Accredited Drug Testing at (800)221-4291, and provide various information including the city you wish to take the DNA test, who will be taking the DNA test, mother, child and alleged father. When the parties are available to take the DNA test (Accredited Drug Testing will schedule the appointment with each available party). Once the results are received from the AABB laboratory Accredited Drug Testing will forward the results by email and U.S Mail (Hard Copy) to all authorized parties.
How long does it take for DNA test results?
Once all parties have completed the DNA test collection, the specimens are immediately sent to the certified AABB laboratory and results are usually available in 3-5 business days.
On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing Topanga
We come to you!, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site/mobile DNA testing at your home, office, hospital or other location. (Additional on-site fees may apply)
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WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91364
6325 TOPANGA CANYON BLVD #501 6.3 miles
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91367
5601 DE SOTO AVE BLDG 1 6.4 miles
WOODLAND HILLS, CA 91367
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TARZANA, CA 91356
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SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
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SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
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SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90025
757 WESTWOOD PLZ 9.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90095
18250 Roscoe Blvd Ste 120, 9.6 miles
Northridge, CA 91325
11560 W PICO BLVD 10.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90064
16135 LEADWELL ST 10.1 miles
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4312 Woodman Ave Ste 102 10.5 miles
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15211 VANOWEN ST STE 105 10.5 miles
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9700 DE SOTO AVE 10.6 miles
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16300 ROSCOE BLVD STE 1A 10.7 miles
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6410 VAN NUYS BLVD STE B 10.9 miles
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
14850 ROSCOE BLVD 12.1 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
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WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
8780 VAN NUYS BLVD BLDG C 12.8 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
6405 WILKINSON AVE 13.0 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 13.0 miles
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8512 Whitworth Dr 13.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
13652 CANTARA ST 13.1 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
1220 LA VENTA DR, STE 201 13.2 miles
WESTLAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361
1220 LA VENTA RD STE 201 13.2 miles
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9561 VAN NUYS BLVD 13.5 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 13.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
11631 VICTORY BLVD STE 101 13.9 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
10630 Sepulveda Blvd STE 100 14.0 miles
Mission Hills, CA 91345
13466 OSBORNE ST 14.3 miles
PACOIMA, CA 91331
1980 SEQUOIA AVE 14.3 miles
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063
11432 VANOWEN ST 14.4 miles
N HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605
3180 WILLOW LN STE 102 14.5 miles
WEST LAKE VILLAGE, CA 91361
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 14.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 14.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
1300 N LA BREA AVE 14.7 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
110 N LA BREA AVE 14.8 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 15.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 15.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 15.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
15031 RINALDI ST 15.2 miles
MISSION HILLS, CA 91345
14901 RINALDI ST STE 204 15.3 miles
MISSION HILLS, CA 91345
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 15.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 102 15.6 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
2876 Sycamore Dr Ste 200, 15.7 miles
Simi Valley, CA 93065
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 15.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
2650 JONES WAY STE 24 15.8 miles
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065
2975 SYCAMORE DR 15.8 miles
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 15.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 15.9 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
1350 E LOS ANGELES AVE 16.0 miles
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065
401 ROLLING OAKS DR 16.1 miles
THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91361
2701 W ALAMEDA AVE STE 203 16.1 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
501 S BUENA VISTA ST 16.3 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
1700 E WALNUT AVE 16.3 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
2655 FIRST ST. SUITE 340 16.6 miles
SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 16.7 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1240 S WESTLAKE BLVD STE 227 16.7 miles
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920 N NASH ST 16.7 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
620 E JANSS RD 16.9 miles
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1200 ARROYO ST 17.2 miles
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3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 17.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 17.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
1300 N VERMONT AVE 17.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 18.2 miles
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13920 BREGER AVE 18.8 miles
SYLMAR, CA 91342
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
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NEWBURY PARK, CA 91320
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 19.5 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 19.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
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575 EVERGREEN AVE 20.1 miles
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333 S HOPE ST STE C145 20.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 20.2 miles
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230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 20.3 miles
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 20.8 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
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LAWNDALE, CA 90260
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VALENCIA, CA 91355
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Glendale, CA 91205
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520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 20.9 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
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GLENDALE, CA 91206
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
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LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
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VALENCIA, CA 91355
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DNA Testing
DNA testing is a sophisticated scientific method used to analyze genetic material from an individual to discover genetic information that can influence health, ancestry, and personal characteristics. It has revolutionized fields such as medicine, forensics, and genealogy by providing deep insights into genetic backgrounds and health predispositions.
Common Types of DNA Testing
- Medical Genetic Testing: Identifies changes in chromosomes, genes, or proteins to confirm or rule out a suspected genetic condition or help determine a person's chance of developing or passing on a genetic disorder.
- Ancestral DNA Testing: Analyzes DNA to provide insights into one’s ethnic background and ancestral origins, often revealing geographical and migratory histories of ancestors.
- Forensic DNA Testing: Focuses on identifying individuals based on their unique genetic makeup for criminal investigations or legal matters such as paternity tests.
Benefits of DNA Testing
DNA testing offers a range of benefits:
- Enhanced Medical Understanding: Helps in understanding genetic diseases and can lead to more effective treatment and prevention strategies.
- Personal Ancestry Insights: Provides a deeper understanding of one's roots and personal history related to ethnic groups and migration patterns.
- Assistance in Forensic Investigations: Essential in solving crimes, identifying perpetrators or victims, and resolving civil disputes.
Challenges and Considerations in DNA Testing
While DNA testing provides valuable insights, it comes with challenges:
- Ethical Issues: Genetic testing raises ethical questions, particularly concerning privacy, consent, and the right to not know genetic information.
- Accuracy and Interpretation: Results can sometimes be inconclusive or misinterpreted, requiring careful consideration and potentially further testing.
- Psychological Impact: Discovering genetic information can be distressing and have significant emotional impacts on individuals and families.
Choosing the Right DNA Test
When considering a DNA test, it is important to:
- Select the Appropriate Test: Choose a test that suits your specific needs, whether for health, ancestry, or legal purposes.
- Consider Privacy Policies: Understand how your genetic information will be used, stored, and shared.
- Seek Professional Guidance: Consult healthcare professionals or genetic counselors to help interpret results accurately and responsibly.
In conclusion, DNA testing offers profound insights but requires careful consideration of ethical issues, potential emotional impacts, and the challenges of dealing with complex genetic information. With the right approach and professional support, it can provide invaluable benefits.
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Local Area Info: Topanga, California
Topanga is a census-designated place (CDP) in western Los Angeles County, California, United States. Located in the Santa Monica Mountains, the community lies in Topanga Canyon. The narrow southern portion of Topanga at the coast is in between the city of Malibu and the city of Los Angeles neighborhood of Pacific Palisades. Topanga had a population of 11,101 as of 2019. The ZIP code is 90290 and the area code is primarily 310, with 818 only at the north end of the canyon. It is in the 3rd County Supervisorial district.
Topanga is the name given to the area by the Native American indigenous Tongva tribe, and may mean "a place above". It was the western border of their territory, abutting the Chumash tribe that occupied the coast from Malibu northwards. Bedrock mortars can be found carved into rock outcroppings in many locations.
Topanga was first settled by Europeans in 1839. In the 1920s, Topanga Canyon became a weekend getaway for Hollywood stars with several cottages built for that purpose. The rolling hills and ample vegetation served to provide both privacy and attractive surroundings for the rich and famous.