Health Street's Comprehensive DNA Services for Legal Purposes: What You Need to Know
DNA testing for legal purposes involves strict and specific requirements. In legal cases, at-home DNA tests won't work. Instead, choose a professional clinic that partners with an AABB-certified lab. This blog article will walk you through how to get a legal DNA test done with Health Street, and why at-home tests cannot be used in a court of law.
What Is a Legal DNA Test?
Legal DNA tests, also known as court-admissible DNA tests, are specifically designed to meet the standards required to be used in a court of law. Unlike at-home DNA tests, these tests have a rigorous chain of custody procedure.
What Makes a DNA Test Court Admissible?
DNA testing for legal purposes means some strict quality standards have been followed. Some of these standards include:
Statistical Validity
Court-admissible DNA tests must have a minimum of 99.5% DNA test accuracy to be accepted. A court DNA test with Health Street is 99.9% or more accurate. Our cheek swabs are just as accurate as a blood test and are less invasive, faster, and painless.
Verifiable Chain of Custody
The chain of custody in legal DNA testing includes several important steps:
- The specimen must be collected in a tamper-proof container.
- The specimen must be stored in a secure location to prevent unauthorized access or contamination.
- The analysis is conducted in certified laboratories by qualified, unbiased professionals.
- Detailed documentation is maintained for every step.
- Upon completion, the results include a notarized report to certify their authenticity.
Health Street's Comprehensive Test Selection
Health Street offers multiple comprehensive legal DNA tests you can choose from:
No matter what type of legal DNA test you need, Health Street has a wide selection available. Our partnered labs are also AABB certified, so you can be sure that your results are accurate and handled with care. Register for your legal DNA test today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a legal DNA test?
A legal DNA test is a court-admissible test conducted by an impartial third party in a certified lab. The results of a legal DNA test can be used for legal purposes like child support, custody, and so on.
How do I get a legal DNA test done?
Scheduling a legal DNA test with Health Street is easy. Choose from thousands of our clinics nationwide. Simply bring your ID for the test, and we will provide a notarized copy when the results are ready.
How to get a court-ordered DNA test?
In cases like paternity establishment, either the court may require a DNA test, or you can request one. Judges usually approve these requests because they have legal and financial implications, and it's in the child's best interest to know both parents.
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