DNA Testing Orland Park, IL
DNA Testing Orland Park, IL
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To Schedule A DNA Test At A Orland Park, IL Location, Please Call (800)221-4291. The Process Is Fast, Easy & Confidential! Get The Answers You Need!
Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing at local testing centers in Orland Park, IL and surrounding areas. Our Orland Park, IL 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 Orland Park, IL area are located within minutes of your home or office.
14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 0.3 miles
Orland Park, IL 60462
onsite for POH only 1.1 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
9570 W 159TH ST STE A 2.0 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
10737 W. 165TH STREET 3.1 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
12255 S 80TH AVE 3.3 miles
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 3.8 miles
Palos Heights, IL 60463
16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 4.0 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 4.1 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
17148 HARLEM AVE 4.7 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 5.2 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
14330 S WILL COOK RD 5.9 miles
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 5.9 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
4742 CAL SAG RD 6.2 miles
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
4800 W 129TH ST 6.6 miles
ALSIP, IL 60803
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 6.6 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
PO BOX 63 6.7 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
250 E MAPLE ST 6.9 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 7.4 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
8755 S HARLEM AVE 7.6 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
5660 W 95TH ST 7.8 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
16221 W 159th St 8.6 miles
Lockport, IL 60441
16501 KEDZIE AVE 8.7 miles
MARKHAM, IL 60428
ONSITE ONLY 8.7 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 9.2 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
2310 York St Ste 4A 9.3 miles
Blue Island, IL 60406
21035 S LA GRANGE RD 9.6 miles
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
621 E LINCOLN HWY 9.6 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 9.9 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
9532 EAGLE WAY 9.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
15600 HONORE AVE 10.1 miles
HARVEY, IL 60426
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 10.1 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 10.2 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
6170 JOLIET RD 10.2 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 10.3 miles
Flossmoor, IL 60422
12647 S JUSTINE ST 10.3 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
7421 S CASS AVE 10.5 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
19550 GOVERNORS HWY 10.6 miles
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
6500 W 65TH ST 10.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
12942 S CARPENTER ST 10.8 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
18W125 RODGERS CT 10.9 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
1000 S HAMILTON ST 10.9 miles
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
1734 W 105TH ST 10.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
18665 DIXIE HWY 11.2 miles
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
5015 W 65TH ST 11.4 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 11.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 11.7 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
391 S BOLINGBROOK DR 11.7 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
480 QUADRANGLE DR 12.1 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
1113 Fairview Ave, 12.2 miles
Westmont, IL 60559
7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 12.3 miles
Woodridge, IL 60517
7530 WOODWARD AVE 12.3 miles
WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
130 N WEBER RD STE 108 12.4 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
4940 S CICERO AVE 12.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
534 CHESTNUT ST, STE 230 12.6 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 12.6 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 13.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
484 W Boughton Rd, 13.1 miles
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
125 N LA GRANGE RD 13.2 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
16246 PRINCE DR 13.9 miles
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
1423 CHICAGO RD 14.0 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
900 E 103RD ST 14.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60628
1280 WINDHAM PKWY 14.1 miles
ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446
30 E 15TH ST STE 100 14.1 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
16101 WEBER RD 14.6 miles
CREST HILL, IL 60403
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 14.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
2450 WOLF RD STE I 15.0 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
3301 N Ashland 15.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 15.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
1595 VALENCIA CT 15.2 miles
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
726 S WEBER RD 15.3 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490
2025 S CHICAGO ST 15.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60436
25711 S Egyptian Trail 15.3 miles
Monee, IL 60449
7222 W CERMAK RD 15.3 miles
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
800 N LARKIN AVE 15.4 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
17665 Torrence Ave, 15.8 miles
Lansing, IL 60438
2000 GLENWOOD AVE 15.9 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
1190 S NAPER BLVD 15.9 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
5601 W CERMAK RD 15.9 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
2100 GLENWOOD AVE 16.0 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102, 16.0 miles
Joliet, IL 60435
1220 HOBSON RD STE 220 16.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
330 MADISON ST STE B2 16.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
650 W 51ST ST 16.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
333 MADISON ST 16.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
32 UNO CIR 16.2 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2741 RIDGE RD 16.4 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 16.4 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 16.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 16.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
2306 ESSINGTON RD 16.5 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
155 E BRUSH HILL RD 16.6 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
2615 HARRISON ST 16.7 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 330, 16.8 miles
Lombard, IL 60148
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 16.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
1974 E 73RD ST 17.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140 17.0 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 17.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
750 ESSINGTON RD 17.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 17.2 miles
Hammond, IN 46320
610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 17.3 miles
Oak Park, IL 60304
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
3831 S HOHMAN AVE 17.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46327
801 S WASHINGTON ST 17.7 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
413 S HARVEY AVE 17.7 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
6624 MONROE AVE 17.8 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
4020 S CALUMET AVE 17.8 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
640 S Washington St Ste 140, 17.9 miles
Naperville, IL 60540
813 SIBLEY ST 17.9 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
1020 E OGDEN AVE STE 208 18.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 18.1 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
24600 W 127TH ST 18.1 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
1010 165TH ST 18.2 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
2272 W 95TH STREET, STE 100 18.2 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
7905 CALUMET AVE 18.3 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
1314 HOUBOLT RD 18.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60431
1360 HOUBOLT RD 18.4 miles
JOLIET, IL 60431
8135 S Calumet Ave 18.4 miles
Munster, IN 46321
6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 18.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
2361 Reliable Parkway 18.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 18.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 18.6 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Fitness Department, 18.7 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
537 N HARVEY AVE 18.7 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
3360 LACROSSE LN STE 110 18.8 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
875 ROOSEVELT RD STE 200 18.8 miles
GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137
24600 W 127th St Ste 310, Building B 18.8 miles
Plainfield, IL 60585
130 S MAIN ST 1ST FL IMMEDIATE CARE OCC HEALTH 18.9 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 19.0 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 19.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 19.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2600 S Michigan Ave 19.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2929 S ELLIS AVE 19.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
1039 BROOK FOREST AVE 19.2 miles
Shorewood, IL 60404
13246 S ROUTE 59 STE 106 19.3 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 19.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60612
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 19.4 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 19.5 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
24 JOLIET ST 19.5 miles
DYER, IN 46311
129 W SAINT CHARLES RD 19.7 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 19.8 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
636 RAYMOND DR STE 102 20.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
2450 169TH ST 20.1 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46323
565 N YORK ST 20.2 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
On-Site ONLY 20.3 miles
Plainfield, IL 60586
1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 20.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 20.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
1230 W LAKE ST 20.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
811 S STATE ST STE B 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60605
600 W ADAMS ST 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
639 W NORTH AVE 20.4 miles
VILLA PARK, IL 60181
614 W MONROE ST 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
321 W LAKE ST STE C 20.5 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 20.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 20.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60606
10137 GRAND AVE 20.7 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 20.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
4321 FIR ST STE 313 20.9 miles
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 21.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60622
55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 21.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60602
111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 21.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60602
1030 W CHICAGO AVE 21.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60642
1971 Gowdy Road 21.2 miles
Naperville, IL 60563
611 DIVISION ST 21.2 miles
PEOTONE, IL 60468
300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 21.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
1520 N DAMEN AVE 21.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
7107 W BELMONT AVE 21.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
4100 HEALTHWAY DR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICEES 21.4 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 21.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
219 W CHICAGO AVE 21.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60654
3145 45TH ST STE F 21.7 miles
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
233 E ERIE ST STE 602 21.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
1500 US HIGHWAY 41 21.9 miles
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
1460 N Halsted St Ste 201, 21.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60642
3052 WEBER DR 22.0 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 22.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
7501 W 15TH AVE 22.1 miles
GARY, IN 46406
24441 W EAMES ST 22.2 miles
CHANNAHON, IL 60410
2000 OGDEN AVE 22.2 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
303 W LAKE ST 22.3 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
2088 Ogden Ave, Ste 240 22.3 miles
Aurora, IL 60504
701 WINTHROP AVE 22.3 miles
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139
4200 MANNHEIM RD 22.5 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
1573 N CLINE AVE 22.5 miles
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
2400 N. Ashland Ave Suite 100 22.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60614
1217 US HIGHWAY 41 22.7 miles
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
1955 RANDI DR 22.8 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, 23.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60641
5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 23.1 miles
GARY, IN 46406
1240 IL ROUTE 83 23.2 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
4211 N CICERO AVE 23.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 23.3 miles
Norridge, IL 60706
4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 23.4 miles
NORRIDGE, IL 60706
4757 W MONTROSE AVE 23.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
2868 N BROADWAY ST 23.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60657
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 23.6 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
3000 N. Halsted, Suite 604 23.6 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste G1, 23.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
211 E ARMY TRAIL RD 23.7 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
273 E ARMY TRAIL RD 23.7 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
1339 W LAKE ST 23.8 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
4519 W 5TH AVE 23.9 miles
GARY, IN 46406
O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 24.3 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
7742 W HIGGINS RD 24.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
603 W MONDAMIN ST 24.7 miles
MINOOKA, IL 60447
1851 DOUGLAS RD 24.8 miles
MONTGOMERY, IL 60538
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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 Orland Park, IL 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
Recently, Accredited Drug Testing and our company President and CEO, James A. Greer was consulted by the National Enquirer magazine regarding the JonBenet Ramsey murder case. Mr.Greer's comments were included in both the September 12th, 2016 edition and the January 2nd, 2017 edition of the National Enquirer.
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: Orland Park, Illinois
25 miles (40 km) southwest of Chicago, Orland Park is close to several interstate highways, with the I-80 east-west coast connector as its southern border. The Metra commuter rail system links it to the Chicago Loop and from there to O'Hare and Midway airports.
According to the 2015 census, Orland Park has a total area of 22.167 square miles (57.41 km2), of which 21.88 square miles (56.67 km2) (or 98.71%) is land and 0.287 square miles (0.74 km2) (or 1.29%) is water.
Communities bordering Orland Park include Homer Glen to the west (in Will County), Orland Hills and Mokena (also in Will County) to the south, Tinley Park to the southeast, Oak Forest to the east, and Palos Park and Palos Heights to the north.