DNA Test - Centennial, CO
Health Street provides DNA testing in Centennial, Colorado at 3 conveniently located testing laboratories. Register now, or call us at (720) 943-5770 or schedule online. with any questions. Our paternity testing (including grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing) determines if two or more people are related.
Schedule an appointment for a DNA test quickly and easily. The parties can come together or you can set up separate appointments. Grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing are also available. Legal DNA tests are done at our testing centers. Peace of mind DNA tests can be done at home by cheek swab, hair, or fingernails.
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DNA Test - Centennial, Colorado
Types of DNA Tests at our Centennial, Colorado locations:
The most commonly ordered DNA test is a Paternity Test to conclusively establish whether or not a man is the biological father of a child.
Paternity Testing can be performed at our testing centers. DNA Testing can be done for other close family relationships, such as:
Specimens we can test for DNA
The easiest and most reliable way to obtain a DNA sample for paternity testing is to swab the inner cheeks of the people being tested. These skin cells are known as buccal cells, and they rub off easily onto cotton swabs and remain in place for analysis by our laboratory. Other specimen samples, such as hair follicles, fingernails, and garments that might contain someone's DNA, can also be tested. An Alternative Specimen DNA Test is done by registering online and shipping the specimens to us.
Legally Admissible DNA Tests vs. "Peace of Mind" At-Home Tests
A Legal Paternity Test is a court admissible DNA testing service. Accurate results for DNA paternity testing with 99.99% confidence or greater take about a week.
When deciding which type of DNA test is right for you, consider first what you might do with the results. In order for the results of a DNA test to hold up in court, for child support, or to change the name on a birth certificate, the test must be done at a clinic using strict chain of custody procedures. Our Centennial DNA testing technicians are trained to follow guidelines that ensure that the results can be used for legal purposes.
How to schedule a DNA Test in Centennial CO
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Centennial clinics is simple and fast, and we often have appointments available in the same week. It's always helpful to schedule in advance to make sure you get the time you want. Register online, or please call our customer service team, which can help you book your appointment over the phone.
We have state of the art testing labs and friendly clinics that perform the DNA sample collection in Centennial, plus many more locations throughout Colorado and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Centennial. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Centennial , CO so you can choose the testing center that is most convenient. When you register, you can also pick the appointment time and date that you prefer.
Why Health Street
More than a Decade of Experience
Since 2010, Health Street has offered DNA tests in Centennial, the state of Centennial, Colorado, and throughout the nation. Since our founding, we have focused on helping people obtain the DNA and paternity tests that they need, from Centennial to neighborhoods everywhere.
Commitment to Excellence
Our mission is to understand the DNA testing needs of our clients. We strive to provide the most accurate, fast, and conclusive paternity tests in Centennial.
Centennial, Colorado - DNA Testing
Proving Paternity for Child Custody Purposes in Centennial, CO
If the mother and father are married when the child is born, paternity does not need to be established, and the husband is presumed the legal father. But in Centennial, CO, if the parents are not married, they must establish paternity for the child to have a legal father. This can be done voluntarily if both parents agree to sign an Acknowledgment of Parentage form. Paternity can also be established with an Administrative Paternity Order or by going to court. The judge may order a DNA test if the case goes to court. If paternity is in question, DNA testing can determine paternity.
Experts Say...
Robinson & Henry, P.C., attorneys serving Centennial, CO, explain the importance of establishing paternity. "As more unmarried couples have children, it's not always clear who should have fatherly rights and responsibilities to a child," the lawyers explain. "When the matter isn't clarified, couples deprive the child of crucial support and set the stage for legal conflicts down the road."
They explain that establishing paternity benefits the child, mother, and father. "Once paternity is established, the legally recognized father can enact his parental rights to ensure he receives parenting time should his relationship with the mother fall on bad terms," the attorneys say. "If he chooses, he can even file for custody to have more control over the child's education, health care, and moral development." They explain that the mother benefits from paternity by allowing her to receive child support payments and assistance with medical care and education. The child benefits from having a legal father by obtaining rights to any benefits the father can offer, such as medical or veterans' benefits. "Those are just the tangible benefits," they continue. "The child will also benefit from having a fatherly mentor and role model, along with two parents to bond with. This could prove far more valuable to the child in the long run."
Last updated 11/11/2022
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Centennial, Colorado
2305 E Arapahoe Road Suite 147 Centennial, CO 80122Neighborhoods In and Around Centennial That We Serve
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