DNA Testing South Amboy, NJ
DNA Testing South Amboy, NJ
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc (ADT) provides DNA testing at local testing centers in South Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas. Our South Amboy, NJ 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 South Amboy, NJ area are located within minutes of your home or office.
7001 Amboy Rd, Tottenville Square Shopping Ce 3.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10307
135 RARITAN CENTER PKWY 3.7 miles
EDISON, NJ 8837
1199 Amboy Ave, Store A-4 4.9 miles
Edison, NJ 8837
1020 Route 18, Unit 007 - Route 18 Shopping C 5.9 miles
East Brunswick, NJ 8816
418 STATE ROUTE 18 5.9 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
65 JAMES ST 6.2 miles
EDISON, NJ 8820
102 James Street, Suite 201 6.5 miles
Edison, NJ 8820
1200 GREEN ST 6.7 miles
ISELIN, NJ 8830
345 PLAINFIELD AVE STE 101 6.7 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
704 N Beers St, 7.1 miles
Holmdel, NJ 7733
259 TALMADGE RD 7.1 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
16 ETHEL RD 7.2 miles
EDISON, NJ 8817
4855 Hylan Blvd, 7.3 miles
Staten Island, NY 10312
1 Bethany Rd, Building 5, Suite 67 7.3 miles
Hazlet, NJ 7730
358 ARDEN AVE 7.3 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10312
2880 STATE ROUTE 35 7.5 miles
HAZLET, NJ 7730
3733 Richmond Avenue, 8.1 miles
Staten Island, NY 10312
92 Albany Street, Ground Floor 8.1 miles
New Brunswick, NJ 8901
4434 AMBOY RD 2ND FL 8.2 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10312
14 EASTON AVE STE 128 8.3 miles
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ 8901
1 WOODBRIDGE CTR STE 400 8.4 miles
WOODBRIDGE, NJ 7095
579 CRANBURY RD STE A 8.4 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
835 ROOSEVELT AVE 8.5 miles
CARTERET, NJ 7008
561 CRANBURY RD 8.5 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
620 CRANBURY RD 8.5 miles
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ 8816
907 OAK TREE AVE STE H 8.5 miles
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
904 Oak Tree Ave, Ste K 8.5 miles
South Plainfield, NJ 7080
116 CORPORATE BLVD STE E 8.5 miles
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 7080
1080 STELTON RD 8.7 miles
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
100 COMMONS WAY STE 160 9.1 miles
HOLMDEL, NJ 7733
77 CANON DR 9.8 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314
636 EASTON AVE 9.8 miles
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
3311 Hylan Blvd, 10.0 miles
Staten Island, NY 10306
1085 CRANBURY SOUTH RIVER RD Ste 2 10.3 miles
JAMESBURG, NJ 8831
1100 Centennial Ave 10.3 miles
Piscataway, NJ 8854
1025 W SAINT GEORGES AVE STE 1 10.4 miles
LINDEN, NJ 7036
100 COMMERCE PL 10.4 miles
CLARK, NJ 7066
2200 NEW BRUNSWICK AVE 10.5 miles
PISCATAWAY, NJ 8854
328 W SAINT GEORGES AVE 10.8 miles
LINDEN, NJ 7036
1110 SOUTH AVE Ste 306 11.0 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314
49 Veronica Ave, Ste 203 11.0 miles
Somerset, NJ 8873
2960 Victory Boulevard 11.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
2627 Hylan Boulevard, Building A 11.2 miles
Staten Island, NY 10306
31 NEW DORP LN 11.3 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306
294 NEW DORP LN 2ND FL 11.4 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306
50 Franklin Lane, Suite 202 11.4 miles
Manalapan, NJ 7726
2 KINGS HWY 11.5 miles
MIDDLETOWN, NJ 7748
651 Willowbrook Road, 11.8 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
2031 FOREST AVE , STES 12 & 13 12.2 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10303
313 SOUTH AVE STE 104 12.3 miles
FANWOOD, NJ 7023
333 Forsgate Drive, Ste 203 12.3 miles
Jamesburg, NJ 8831
189 Elm St, Lower Level 12.5 miles
Westfield, NJ 7090
619 CHETWOOD ST 12.5 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7202
78 Todt Hill Rd, Ste 109 12.9 miles
Staten Island, NY 10314
711 E 1st Ave, Store #17 13.0 miles
Roselle, NJ 7203
1569 US HIGHWAY 22 13.1 miles
WATCHUNG, NJ 7069
10 COSTCO DR 13.1 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
141 MAIN ST 13.2 miles
SOUTH BOUND BROOK, NJ 8880
2 CENTRE DR STE 400 13.3 miles
MONROE, NJ 8831
500 WESTFIELD AVE 13.3 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7208
1361 Hylan Blvd, 13.5 miles
Staten Island, NY 10305
240 PORT RICHMOND AVE 13.6 miles
STATEN ISLAND, NY 10302
On-site only 13.8 miles
Staten Island, NY 10304
195 US HIGHWAY 9 STE 213 13.8 miles
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
370 CAMPUS DR 14.0 miles
SOMERSET, NJ 8873
368 SPRING ST 14.0 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
595 DIVISION ST 14.3 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
37 Mountain Blvd, Suite #5 14.3 miles
Warren, NJ 7059
606 DOWD AVE 14.4 miles
ELIZABETH, NJ 7201
200 US HIGHWAY 22 14.5 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
90 US HIGHWAY 22 14.5 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
177 Avenue A, 14.6 miles
Bayonne, NJ 7002
138 AVENUE C 14.6 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
81 Randall Ave, 14.6 miles
Staten Island, NY 10301
601 W UNION AVE 14.7 miles
BOUND BROOK, NJ 8805
406 MILLTOWN RD 14.9 miles
SPRINGFIELD, NJ 7081
4105 US HIGHWAY 1 STE 1 15.0 miles
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 8852
240 Maple Ave, 15.0 miles
Red Bank, NJ 7701
1896 Morris Ave, 2nd Floor 15.1 miles
Union, NJ 7083
601 West Union Avenue, 15.1 miles
Bound Brook, NJ 8805
2333 MORRIS AVE STE A12 15.4 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
160 WHITE RD STE 1 15.7 miles
LITTLE SILVER, NJ 7739
31 TURNBERRY DR 15.7 miles
MANALAPAN, NJ 7726
2300 VAUXHALL RD 15.8 miles
UNION, NJ 7083
564 BROADWAY 15.9 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
3 LIBERTY ST, Suite 1016 16.3 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
30 STATE ROUTE 34 N 16.3 miles
COLTS NECK, NJ 7722
260 Mounts Corner Drive, 16.3 miles
Freehold, NJ 7728
209 LEFANTE WAY 16.3 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
340 AIRIS DR STE 203 16.4 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
339-1 AIRIS DR STE 205 16.4 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
2040 MILLBURN AVE STE 203 16.7 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
880 AVENUE C 16.8 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
116 MILLBURN AVE STE 102 16.9 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
225 MILLBURN AVE STE 303 17.0 miles
MILLBURN, NJ 7041
495 IRON BRIDGE RD STE 7 17.0 miles
FREEHOLD, NJ 7728
180 BOYDEN AVE 17.2 miles
MAPLEWOOD, NJ 7040
7601 4th Avenue, 17.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11209
375 MCCARTER HWY 17.8 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7114
158 WYCKOFF RD 17.8 miles
EATONTOWN, NJ 7724
350 Grove St 18.0 miles
Bridgewater, NJ 8807
303 OMNI DR 18.1 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
221 CHESTNUT ST 18.2 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
60 1ST ST 18.5 miles
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 7079
451-479 DOREMUS AVE 18.6 miles
NEWARK, NJ 7105
6413 BAY PARKWAY 18.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11204
2-12 CORBETT WAY 18.9 miles
EATONTOWN, NJ 7724
2-12 Corbett Way Suite 101 18.9 miles
Eatontown, NJ 7724
24 Commerce St, 4th floor, Suite 410 19.0 miles
Newark, NJ 7102
1272 51st Street, 19.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11219
5 PLAINSBORO RD STE 570 19.2 miles
PLAINSBORO, NJ 8536
3311 SHORE PKWY APT 1A 19.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
4420 13TH AVE 19.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
1733 Sheepshead Bay Road, Suite 39 19.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11235
69 FIRST AVE 19.4 miles
RARITAN, NJ 8869
1720 E 14TH ST UNIT M1 19.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
1660 E 14th St, Ste LL2 19.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11229
18 LYONS MALL 19.7 miles
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
450 BERGEN ST 19.7 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
444-450 BERGEN ST HARRISON PLAZA SHOPPING MALL 19.7 miles
HARRISON, NJ 7029
802 W PARK AVE STE 221 19.7 miles
OCEAN, NJ 7712
101 Old Short Hills Road Suite 415 19.8 miles
West Orange, NJ 7052
1910 STATE ROUTE 35 19.8 miles
OAKHURST, NJ 7755
1806 STATE HWY 35 STE 101A 19.9 miles
OAKHURST, NJ 7755
2 CITY HALL PLZ STE 302 20.0 miles
RAHWAY, NJ 7065
465 Ocean Parkway, Suite L3 20.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11218
3500 NOSTRAND AVE 20.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
349 E Northfield Rd, Ste 203 20.3 miles
Livingston, NJ 7039
2422 KNAPP ST 20.4 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
300 2ND AVE 20.5 miles
LONG BRANCH, NJ 7740
43 MAIN ST 20.5 miles
FARMINGDALE, NJ 7727
348 13th Street, Suite 102 20.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11215
601 Ewing St, Suite C-22 20.7 miles
Princeton, NJ 8540
456 5TH AVE 2ND FL 20.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
854 W SIDE AVE 20.7 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
418-420 5TH AVE 20.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
261 Monmouth Street 20.8 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7302
14 RALEIGH CT 21.0 miles
BASKING RIDGE, NJ 7920
400 E 26TH ST 21.0 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11226
264 1ST ST 21.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
240 MONMOUTH RD 21.1 miles
OAKHURST, NJ 7755
120 Atlantic Avenue, 21.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
600 Pavonia Ave, 3rd floor 21.4 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7306
42 BROADWAY STE 1900 21.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10004
6 FELLEN PL 21.5 miles
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 8844
574 SUMMIT AVE 4th Floor 21.5 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
65 BROADWAY SUITE 905 21.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
65 BROADWAY STE 903 21.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
3520 STATE ROUTE 33 21.6 miles
NEPTUNE, NJ 7753
100 LIVINGSTON ST 4TH FLOOR 21.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
186 JORALEMON ST 5TH 21.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
50 COURT ST STE 1002 21.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
146 Pierrepont Street, 21.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
456 PROSPECT AVE 21.9 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
1 METROTECH CTR 21.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
3322 US HIGHWAY 22 STE 1101 22.1 miles
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
3322 US HIGHWAY 22 Building 1, Ste 1 22.1 miles
BRANCHBURG, NJ 8876
2035 RALPH AVE A10 22.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11234
2035 Ralph Avenue, Suite B1 22.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11234
1 Anderson Rd, Ste 101, Lower Level Public Li 22.2 miles
Bernardsville, NJ 7924
2441 STATE ROUTE 33 22.4 miles
NEPTUNE, NJ 7753
139 Centre St, Suite 207, 22.5 miles
New York, NY 10013
95 HUDSON ST 22.5 miles
HOBOKEN, NJ 7030
41 Elizabeth St, Suite 702 22.6 miles
New York, NY 10013
464 EAGLE ROCK AVE STE C 22.6 miles
WEST ORANGE, NJ 7052
1248 Fulton Street 22.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
30 SEAVIEW DR 22.9 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
1 Clara Maass Drive Cont Care Bldg 1st FL 22.9 miles
Belleville, NJ 7109
265 CHERRY ST 146 22.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10002
522 CENTRAL AVE 22.9 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7307
1809 Corlies Ave, Floor 2 23.0 miles
Neptune, NJ 7753
619 Throop Avenue 23.1 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
325 STATE ROUTE 10 23.1 miles
EAST HANOVER, NJ 7936
400 Candlewood Commons, Bldg 4 23.1 miles
Howell, NJ 7731
101 Madison Ave, Ste 101 23.2 miles
Morristown, NJ 7960
95 MADISON AVE STE 106 23.2 miles
MORRISTOWN, NJ 7960
1 GREENWOOD AVE STE 102 23.4 miles
MONTCLAIR, NJ 7042
324 WEST 14TH ST 23.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10014
49 Claremont Avenue, 23.6 miles
Montclair, NJ 7042
178 FLOYD ST 23.6 miles
BELLEVILLE, NJ 7109
144 LEWIS AVE 23.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
147 Greenpoint Avenue, First Floor 23.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11222
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 23.7 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
557 BROAD ST 23.8 miles
BLOOMFIELD, NJ 7003
408 Rockaway Avenue, 23.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11212
68 Graham Ave 24.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11206
47 KENT RD 24.0 miles
HOWELL, NJ 7731
202 W 23RD ST 24.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 24.1 miles
New York, NY 10010
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 24.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
380 2ND AVE 24.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
962 MADISON ST APT 1 24.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
68 NASSAU AVE 24.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 24.6 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 24.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
464 VALLEY BROOK AVE 24.6 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
55 E 34TH ST 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
560 NEW YORK AVE 24.8 miles
LYNDHURST, NJ 7071
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 24.8 miles
New York, NY 10016
330 W 42ND ST 24.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
Onsite Only #1R 24.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
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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 South Amboy, NJ 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.
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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: South Amboy, New Jersey
South Amboy is a suburban city in Middlesex County, New Jersey, on the Raritan Bay. As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population was 8,631, reflecting an increase of 718 (+9.1%) from the 7,913 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 50 (+0.6%) from the 7,863 counted in the 1990 Census.
The area around Perth Amboy was called "Ompoge" (meaning "level ground") by Lenape Native Americans and became a key port for commerce between Lower New York Bay and Philadelphia, connected first by stagecoach and eventually by railroad. When settled in 1684, the city was named New Perth in honor of James Drummond, Earl of Perth, one of the associates of a company of Scottish proprietaries. The Algonquian language name was corrupted to Ambo, or Point Amboy, and eventually a combination of the native and colonial names was used.
South Amboy has passed through three of the five types of New Jersey municipalities. It was first mentioned on May 28, 1782, in minutes of the Board of chosen freeholders as having been formed from Perth Amboy Township. It was formally incorporated as a township by the Township Act of 1798 on February 21, 1798. Over the next 90 years, portions split off to form Monroe Township (April 9, 1838), Madison Township (March 2, 1869; later renamed Old Bridge Township) and Sayreville Township (April 6, 1876; later Borough of Sayreville). As of February 25, 1888, South Amboy borough was formed, replacing South Amboy Township. On April 11, 1908, South Amboy was incorporated as a city, replacing South Amboy borough, confirmed by a referendum held on July 21, 1908.