DNA Testing Merrick, NY
DNA Testing Merrick, NY
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing at local testing centers in Merrick, NY and surrounding areas. Our Merrick, NY DNA Testing Centers use certified DNA collection specialists and Nationally Accredited AABB Laboratories for all DNA testing which will ensure the highest accuracy for DNA test results. DNA Testing Centers in the Merrick, NY area are located within minutes of your home or office.
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 0.5 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
2982 MERRICK RD 1.8 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 1.9 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 2.0 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 2.8 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
2360 GRAND AVE 3.2 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
1620 FRONT ST 4.0 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
1919 Hempstead Tpke 4.3 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 4.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 4.6 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 4.6 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 4.8 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
391B Fulton Avenue, 4.8 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
2 MAIN ST 4.8 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 4.9 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 5.0 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 5.1 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 5.1 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 5.2 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 5.6 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 5.7 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 5.7 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 6.0 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 6.2 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 6.3 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 6.4 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
180 10TH ST 6.8 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
585 MERRICK RD 6.9 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
4 ROBIN CT 6.9 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
618 Broadway 7.0 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 7.1 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
365 BROADWAY 7.2 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 7.3 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 7.3 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 7.6 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
156 First Street, Lower Level 7.6 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
292 HERRICKS RD 7.9 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
51 Walnut Ave E 7.9 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 8.0 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
465 WILLIS AVE 8.1 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 8.2 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 8.2 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
820 JERICHO TPKE 8.6 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
4 MIRIAM LN 8.9 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 9.0 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
265 Jericho Turnpike, 9.0 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 9.2 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 9.2 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 9.2 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
184 S 1ST ST 9.5 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
910 ROUTE 109 9.5 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 9.7 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
21714 MERRICK BLVD 9.8 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 9.8 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
222 ROCKAWAY TPKE 9.9 miles
CEDARHURST, NY 11516
222 Rockaway Turnpike, Suite 5 9.9 miles
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 10.0 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
PO Box 1693 10.8 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
500 West Main Street, 11.3 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 11.6 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 11.8 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
142 RALPH AVE 11.8 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 11.9 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 12.2 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
JFK Airport Bldg 75, STE 247/249 12.3 miles
Jamaica, NY 11430
JFK INTL AIRPORT STE 14, BLDG 14A 12.3 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
JFK International Airport Bldg 22 12.3 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 12.3 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
41 VERONICA LN 12.8 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 12.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
1350 Deer Park Ave, 13.2 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
2 CEDARTREE LN 13.2 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
1940 DEER PARK AVE 13.5 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
On Site Only 13.7 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
Onsite Only 13.8 miles
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
21 E 23RD ST 13.8 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
13355 LEFFERTS BLVD 14.2 miles
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
1445 NEW YORK AVE 14.7 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
8002 KEW GARDENS RD CONCOURSE LEVEL 14.8 miles
KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
111-16 JAMAICA AVE 15.1 miles
RICHMOND HILL, NY 11418
On Site Only 15.2 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 15.3 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
8212 151ST AVE 15.4 miles
HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414
onsite for POH only 15.6 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 16.0 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
69-12 AUSTIN ST 16.1 miles
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
8217 WOODHAVEN BLVD 16.1 miles
GLENDALE, NY 11385
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 16.2 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
9 HOWELLS RD 16.3 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 16.4 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
9777 QUEENS BLVD 9TH FL 16.4 miles
REGO PARK, NY 11374
57 E MAIN ST 16.5 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
Onsite Only 16.8 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11208
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 17.0 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
9406 59TH AVE STE E-9 17.2 miles
ELMHURST, NY 11373
41 BRENTWOOD RD 17.2 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
649 COMMACK RD 17.2 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 17.6 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
69-16 METROPOLITAN AVE 17.8 miles
MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY 11379
6655 FRESH POND RD 18.2 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NY 11385
3665 E TREMONT AVE 18.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
40 08 Forley St, 18.2 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
6277 JERICHO TPKE 18.3 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
7301 GRAND AVE 18.4 miles
MASPETH, NY 11378
66 - 17 Fresh Pond Rd, 18.4 miles
Ridgewood, NY 11385
6311 QUEENS BLVD 18.5 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 18.5 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
33-54 83RD ST, STE G-02 18.5 miles
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
6122 Fresh Pond Road, 18.6 miles
Middle Village, NY 11379
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 18.7 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 18.7 miles
Commack, NY 11725
408 Rockaway Avenue, 18.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11212
4275 65TH PL 18.9 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
75-35 31st Avenue, Suite 205 19.1 miles
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
10A KEMP CT 19.2 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
2035 RALPH AVE A10 19.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11234
2035 Ralph Avenue, Suite B1 19.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11234
962 MADISON ST APT 1 19.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
320 LAUREL RD 19.4 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
1790 RANDALL AVE 19.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 19.5 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 19.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
Onsite Only #1R 19.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 19.8 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
47-01 QUEENS BLVD #206-207 20.0 miles
SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104
1 KINGS HWY 20.2 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
25-15 STEINWAY ST 20.2 miles
ASTORIA, NY 11103
144 LEWIS AVE 20.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
490 Wheeler Rd., Suite 190 20.3 miles
Hauppauge, NY 11788
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 20.4 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3014 37th St, 20.4 miles
Astoria, NY 11103
619 Throop Avenue 20.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
2422 KNAPP ST 20.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
47 MOREWOOD DR 20.7 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
68 Graham Ave 20.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11206
31-00 47TH AVENUE 20.9 miles
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
3500 NOSTRAND AVE 20.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
1248 Fulton Street 21.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
27-47 Crescent Street, Lower Level, Suite 102-103 21.0 miles
Astoria, NY 11102
400 E 26TH ST 21.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11226
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 21.3 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 21.3 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
68 NASSAU AVE 21.4 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
1733 Sheepshead Bay Road, Suite 39 21.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11235
1660 E 14th St, Ste LL2 21.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11229
1720 E 14TH ST UNIT M1 21.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
3311 SHORE PKWY APT 1A 21.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
147 Greenpoint Avenue, First Floor 21.8 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11222
656 E FORDHAM RD 22.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 22.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
465 Ocean Parkway, Suite L3 22.1 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11218
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 22.3 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 22.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
210 E 86th St, Ste 602 22.5 miles
New York, NY 10028
210 E 86TH ST STE 100 22.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10028
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 22.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
2 BROOKSITE DR 22.5 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
1770 MOTOR PKWY 2ND FL 22.6 miles
HAUPPAUGE, NY 11788
264 1ST ST 22.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 22.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
348 13th Street, Suite 102 22.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11215
6413 BAY PARKWAY 22.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11204
418-420 5TH AVE 22.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
919 2ND AVE 22.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
456 5TH AVE 2ND FL 22.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
1 METROTECH CTR 22.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
65 E 76th St, 22.8 miles
New York, NY 10021
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 22.9 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
730 3RD AVE 22.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
12 N 7TH AVE 22.9 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
115 E 57th Street, Ste 1530 23.0 miles
New York, NY 10022
425 PARK AVE 23.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
4420 13TH AVE 23.0 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
265 CHERRY ST 146 23.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10002
100 LIVINGSTON ST 4TH FLOOR 23.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
380 2ND AVE 23.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 23.1 miles
New York, NY 10016
50 COURT ST STE 1002 23.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
186 JORALEMON ST 5TH 23.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
146 Pierrepont Street, 23.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
1 CORPORATE DR LOWER LEVEL 1 23.2 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
18 E 48TH ST 2ND FL 23.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 23.2 miles
New York, NY 10010
1272 51st Street, 23.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11219
3001 EXPRESS DR N STE 200C 23.3 miles
ISLANDIA, NY 11749
55 E 34TH ST 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
120 Atlantic Avenue, 23.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 107 23.4 miles
Smithtown, NY 11787
30 JEROME ST 23.4 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
146 WILLOW WOOD DR 23.5 miles
OAKDALE, NY 11769
3279 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY 23.6 miles
RONKONKOMA, NY 11779
41 Elizabeth St, Suite 702 23.6 miles
New York, NY 10013
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 23.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
1690 WASHINGTON AVE STE A 23.7 miles
BOHEMIA, NY 11716
109 AUDUBON AVE 23.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 23.7 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
330 WEST 58TH ST, STE 211 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
3421 BROADWAY 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
139 Centre St, Suite 207, 23.8 miles
New York, NY 10013
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 23.9 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
330 W 42ND ST 23.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
202 W 23RD ST 23.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
408 W 45TH ST 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
4876 BROADWAY 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
601 W 51ST ST 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 24.3 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
324 WEST 14TH ST 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10014
4830 SUNRISE HWY 24.3 miles
SAYVILLE, NY 11782
65 BROADWAY STE 903 24.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
65 BROADWAY SUITE 905 24.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
42 BROADWAY STE 1900 24.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10004
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 24.5 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
The Bayview Building, 233 Montauk Highway 24.6 miles
West Sayville, NY 11796
7601 4th Avenue, 24.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11209
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Important Information (Beware)
Some companies offering DNA Testing may sell cheap / INEXPENSIVE, in-home or laboratory DNA kits. Please be aware that these types of DNA testing products cannot be used in a court proceeding FOR paternity, immigration or family relationship determinations.
Accredited Drug Testing only utilizes certified DNA collection specialists at our Merrick, NY DNA Testing Centers and AABB certified laboratories for DNA Testing which the test results may be utilized in child custody, child support, paternity or any other legal proceeding.
Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing in all cities nationwide and in the event the parties for the DNA test are located in different cities, 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.
Legal or NON-Legal DNA Tests
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 ensures 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 ensure 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.
Accredited Drug Testing Recognized For DNA Expertise
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Please note - Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. only utilizes American Association of Blood Bank (AABB) certified laboratories for DNA relationship testing. The AABB accreditation is the highest national standard applied to DNA testing laboratories.
Any DNA test which is conducted by a non- AABB laboratory will not be accepted in a court of law. Home kits and other types of non- AABB DNA testing, while inexpensive/cheap, are not reliable and will not be permitted in a legal proceeding.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc, applies the highest standard to the entire DNA testing process, from the DNA specimen collection, to the chain of custody, the laboratory analysis and the confidential results reporting.
To schedule a DNA Test or for more information including fees, Please call (800) 221-4291
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DNA testing can be used for the following purposes
- Birth Certificate Modification
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Adoption
- Wills/Insurance
- Immigration
DNA Paternity Testing
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 an alleged father to determine if the child and the alleged father have the same DNA. Results of a properly administered DNA test utilizing an AABB accredited laboratory are 99.9% accurate. While DNA paternity testing may be stressful for some parties involved, Accredited Drug Testing is committed to making the entire DNA paternity testing experience, professional, convenient, confidential and Stress-Free.
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 contains 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 an 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 that analyzes the DNA specimen and provides the results. DNA test results are 99.9% accurate.
How to schedule a DNA Test?
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 within 3-5 business days.
On-Site/Mobile DNA Testing
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)
More DNA Testing FAQ
What is paternity?
Paternity means fatherhood. Paternity is established when a paternity testing laboratory uses genetic testing methods / DNA test, to demonstrate to a legal standard, that an alleged father is the biological father. Paternity is disproved when these same methods and standards demonstrate that an alleged father is not the biological father.
What is DNA testing?
DNA testing refers to the process of examining an individual's DNA markers for the purpose of genetic human identification and for determining the relationship between two people.
How accurate is DNA-Based paternity testing?
The DNA profiling method is an extremely accurate genetic testing method. It can absolutely determine if the man is not the biological father and reliably exclude him. DNA profiling can establish that the alleged father is the child's biological father with a probability of paternity of 99.99% or higher. Each year many individual clients, child support offices, attorneys, judges, and physicians choose Genetic Profiles as their source for information, guidance and testing services in order to determine paternity.
Are the results admissible in court?
Yes. The laboratory follows a strict chain-of-custody procedure which allows for court/legal admissibility.
Is the Lab accredited? Are the results reliable?
The DNA testing laboratory used by Genetic Profiles is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks(AABB)for the purpose of performing paternity (parentage) tests. Your paternity test will be processed by highly skilled and trained laboratory technicians. Every test is evaluated by a Ph.D. scientist with several years specializing in DNA genetic testing.
How long does it take to receive results from the paternity test?
It typically takes about 3-4 working days to complete the testing. In cases where the mother's sample is not included or when an abnormal/difficult sample is used, testing may require more time.
Are the paternity test results confidential?
Yes, The DNA test results are strictly confidential. They are released only to the adult persons who were tested and, as requested, to their authorized agents (e.g. attorneys).
How does DNA paternity testing work?
DNA analysis, which has proven to be a major advance in the field of paternity testing, involves the direct examination of the genetic material that a child inherited from its biological parents. DNA is located throughout the human body and in the same identical form. Thus, DNA in blood is the same as that in skin, cheek lining, muscle, bone, teeth and various other tissues. The DNA of a person is fully established at conception and remains totally constant throughout life. During the paternity testing process, the genetic characteristics of the child are first compared to those of its mother. Those characteristics in the child that cannot be found in the mother have been inherited from the biological father. If the tested man (alleged father) does not have the genetic characteristics necessary to be the biological father of the child, he is excluded. If the tested man's DNA does contain those genetic characteristics, then the probability that this man is the true biological father is calculated and reported by the laboratory.
What are some of the reasons DNA testing is conducted?
There are many legal and personal reasons that require DNA testing. Some of the more common include:
- peace of mind
- family medical concerns
- child support
- custody
- adoption
- citizenship/immigration
- inheritance/benefits (social security, insurance, etc.)
- crime scene analysis (forensic testing)
Can I do anything to alter the results of the test?
No, you can not alter the results of a test. Medication, drugs, alcohol, food, age or lifestyle cannot alter the DNA pattern within an individual.
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
DNA Testing
DNA testing, also known as genetic testing, involves examining an individual's DNA to identify genetic differences or mutations that may be indicative of certain conditions or diseases. It is a powerful tool used in a variety of contexts, from medical diagnostics and forensic analysis to genealogy and ancestry exploration.
Types of DNA Tests
- Diagnostic Testing: Used to confirm or rule out a specific genetic disorder. It is often conducted when a particular condition is suspected based on physical symptoms.
- Carrier Testing: This type of test is useful for individuals who may carry a gene for a genetic disorder. It is particularly important for couples considering starting a family.
- Prenatal Testing: Performed during pregnancy to assess the health of a fetus. It can detect conditions like Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, or other genetic disorders.
- Forensic Testing: Used in legal contexts to identify individuals in criminal cases or to settle disputes in paternity cases.
- Ancestry Testing: Provides insights into one's ethnic background and genealogical roots. This test can help individuals understand their family history and origins.
Applications of DNA Testing
- Medical Diagnosis: Helps in diagnosing genetic diseases and conditions, allowing for targeted treatment plans.
- Paternity and Family Relationship Analysis: Determines biological relationships between individuals, often used in custody cases and inheritance claims.
- Personalized Medicine: Assists in selecting the most effective therapies based on an individual’s genetic profile.
- Crime Solving: Aids law enforcement in identifying suspects or victims using genetic evidence.
Advantages of DNA Testing
DNA testing provides several benefits:
- Accurate Diagnosis: Enhances the accuracy of medical diagnoses and the efficacy of treatment strategies.
- Early Detection: Facilitates the early detection of predispositions to diseases, potentially leading to preventative measures or early interventions.
- Family Planning: Offers critical information for prospective parents concerning genetic disorders that could be passed on to offspring.
Limitations and Ethical Considerations
Despite its many applications, DNA testing raises important ethical and privacy concerns:
- Privacy Concerns: Handling and protection of genetic data is critical as it contains sensitive information about an individual’s health and predisposition to diseases.
- Potential for Discrimination: There is a risk of genetic discrimination by employers or insurers based on an individual’s genetic information.
- Emotional Impact: The results from DNA testing can have significant emotional implications for individuals and families, particularly when revealing unexpected or distressing information.
In conclusion, while DNA testing offers profound insights into genetics and has transformative potential across various fields, it must be approached with caution, respecting ethical standards and privacy laws to safeguard individuals’ rights and well-being.
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Local Area Info: Merrick, New York
Merrick is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the Town of Hempstead in Nassau County, New York, United States. As of the 2010 census[update], the CDP population was 22,097. The name Merrick is taken from Meroke, the name (meaning peaceful) of the Algonquian tribe formerly indigenous to the area. It is served by the Merrick station on the Long Island Rail Road on the Babylon line.
As of the census of 2000[update], there were 22,764 people, 7,524 households, and 6,478 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 5,423.3 per square mile (2,092.7/km²). There were 7,602 housing units at an average density of 1,811.1/sq mi (698.8/km²). The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.2% White, 1.0% African American, 0.10% Native American, 2.24% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.94% from other races, and 0.98% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.70% of the population.[needs update]
There were 7,524 households out of which 42.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.0% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 13.9% were non-families. 11.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 6.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.02 and the average family size was 3.27.