DNA Testing in Chico, CA
Health Street provides DNA tests and legal paternity testing in Chico, California at 2 testing laboratories. Call (530) 592-0001 or schedule online. We offer legal paternity tests, sibling studies, grandparent DNA tests, avuncular (aunt or uncle) testing, and postmortem DNA testing to determine if people are biologically related.
Set up DNA testing appointments online. Test results can be used in court for child support or to change a birth certificate; it can also be used for simple peace of mind. Appointments can be scheduled together or separately. Legal DNA tests are done by cheek swab at our testing centers. We can also extract DNA samples from hair follicles, fingernails, and other specimens.
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DNA Test - Chico, California
Types of DNA Tests at our Chico, California 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 Chico 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 Chico CA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Chico 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 Chico, plus many more locations throughout California and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Chico. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Chico , CA 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
Over a Decade of Experience
Health Street has been performing DNA testing nationally since 2010. The first DNA test in Chico, CA performed by Health Street was in 2018.
Dedication to Excellence
Our dedication to excellence includes our commitment to provide compassionate services and to helping people obtain the accurate DNA testing in Chico that they need.
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Establishing paternity in Chico, CA
If parents are married when the baby is born, the husband is automatically considered the child's legal father in Chico, California. However, unmarried parents must establish paternity. Parents can either sign a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage (VDP) or go to court.
If parents have no doubts about paternity, they can sign the VDP at the hospital once the child is born. However, sometimes, parents disagree about paternity. In that case, parents often choose to go to court. The judge will usually order the alleged father and the child to take a DNA test. Genetic testing is a painless and quick method of establishing father-child relationships and proving whether they are related. If the test returns positive, the judge may decide to establish paternity. It is important to note that other factors and convincing evidence may also influence the judge's decision.
Chico man took DNA test and helped reunite mother with her long-lost brother
In December 2019, Joshua received news that would change his mother's life forever. He wanted to learn more about his family history, but he never imagined he would help to reunite his mother, Ramona, with her long-lost brother. Joshua took a DNA test, and soon after, he got a message saying he was related to Tim. At first, he started to dig more into it, and shortly he realized he had found his uncle!
Joshua's mother had three siblings who were put up for adoption, and she had been looking for them her whole life with no luck. She tried everything, but nothing worked until Joshua took the DNA test. When Joshua found out about this exciting news, he called his mother. She was shocked but excited.
Tim and Ramona called each other and spoke for hours. Her brother shared that he had also been looking for his family. Now, they are finally reunited, and they could not be happier! Joshua hoped to also visit his uncle soon, but it was a bit complicated due to all the pandemic restrictions.
Last updated 1/6/2023
Neighborhoods Served in Chico
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