DNA Testing Chicago
Paternity DNA Testing | Immigration DNA Testing | Relationship DNA Testing |
Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing Chicago using certified DNA collection specialists and nationally accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing Chicago needs which will insure the highest accuracy for DNA testing Chicago results. DNA testing Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago staff are committed to providing convenient, compassionate and confidential DNA testing Chicago 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 Chicago qualified and certified testing centers and nationally recognized DNA testing Chicago 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 Chicago
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 Chicago?
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 Chicago
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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CHICAGO, IL 60657
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1974 E 73RD ST 7.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
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610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 8.1 miles
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8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 8.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
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7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 8.7 miles
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6500 W 65TH ST 8.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
4211 N CICERO AVE 8.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
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Chicago, IL 60641
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CHICAGO, IL 60641
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CHICAGO, IL 60707
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CHICAGO, IL 60634
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CHICAGO, IL 60659
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CHICAGO, IL 60628
1734 W 105TH ST 10.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 10.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 10.6 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
5660 W 95TH ST 10.7 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
4801 W Peterson Ave Ste 205, 10.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60646
8755 S HARLEM AVE 11.2 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
Fitness Department, 11.2 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
2615 HARRISON ST 11.2 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
125 N LA GRANGE RD 11.5 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
9532 EAGLE WAY 11.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 11.6 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 12.2 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
6170 JOLIET RD 12.4 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
800 Austin St, East Tower Ste 457 12.6 miles
Evanston, IL 60202
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 12.6 miles
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4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 12.6 miles
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1983 N MANNHEIM RD 12.7 miles
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CHICAGO, IL 60631
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12647 S JUSTINE ST 12.9 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
2450 WOLF RD STE I 12.9 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
10137 GRAND AVE 13.0 miles
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12942 S CARPENTER ST 13.2 miles
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CHICAGO, IL 60631
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2310 York St Ste 4A 13.4 miles
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4800 W 129TH ST 14.1 miles
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4200 MANNHEIM RD 14.1 miles
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8125 RIVER DR STE 102 14.1 miles
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7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 14.6 miles
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ELMHURST, IL 60126
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Skokie, IL 60076
6449 DEMPSTER ST 15.0 miles
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40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 15.1 miles
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12255 S 80TH AVE 15.2 miles
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1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 15.3 miles
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565 N YORK ST 15.6 miles
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O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 15.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
3831 S HOHMAN AVE 15.8 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46327
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 15.9 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
321 W LAKE ST STE C 16.1 miles
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4020 S CALUMET AVE 16.1 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
ONSITE ONLY 16.2 miles
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1 KRAFT CT 16.3 miles
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533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 16.4 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
1600 Dempster St Ste 218, 16.6 miles
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6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 16.8 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
1240 IL ROUTE 83 16.8 miles
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15600 HONORE AVE 16.9 miles
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813 SIBLEY ST 17.8 miles
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onsite for POH only 18.2 miles
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1595 VALENCIA CT 18.6 miles
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100 N RIVER RD 18.7 miles
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303 W LAKE ST 18.8 miles
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HAMMOND, IN 46324
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7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 20.8 miles
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126 BIESTERFIELD RD 21.3 miles
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GARY, IN 46406
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701 WINTHROP AVE 21.5 miles
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BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60004
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NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
808 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, 24.9 miles
Schaumburg, IL 60173
PO BOX 63 24.9 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
519 S ROSELLE RD 25.0 miles
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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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