DNA Test - Edison, NJ

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Health Street provides DNA testing in Edison, New Jersey at 4 conveniently located testing laboratories. Register now, or call us at (732) 338-2911 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.

Shedule 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 - Edison, New Jersey

Edison NJ DNA Testing Locations

Types of DNA Tests at our Edison, New Jersey clinics:

Paternity Testing can conclusively establish whether or not a man is the biological father of a child.

Relationship Testing for other close family relationships can be performed at our testing centers. Our DNA testing services can confirm or deny biological relationships between grandparents, grandchildren, siblings, half-siblings, aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews:

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Grandparent DNA Test (if the father is not available for testing)
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Sibling DNA Test (possible brothers, sisters, or half-siblings)
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Avuncular DNA Test (aunt/uncle and niece/nephew)

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 alleged father and child or children. 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 ordering one of our testing kits online and shipping the specimens back to us.

Legal DNA Tests vs. "Peace of Mind" At-Home Tests

A Legal Paternity Test is a court admissible lab testing service performed at an AABB accredited laboratory. 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. A legal paternity DNA test will hold up in court for such matters as child support or to change the name on a birth certificate. This test must be performed using strict chain of custody procedures. Our Edison DNA testing technicians are trained to follow these guidelines so that the results will be legally admissible.

How to schedule a DNA Test in Edison NJ

Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Edison 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. Please call our customer service team to help you book your appointment over the phone, or set up your appointment easily online.

We have state of the art testing labs and friendly clinics that perform the DNA sample collection in Edison, plus many more locations throughout New Jersey and across the United States. During registration, we'll show you the nearest locations for DNA testing so you can choose the site that's most convenient. You'll also pick the times and days that you prefer.

Why Health Street

Over a Decade of Experience

Health Street has been performing DNA testing nationally since 2010.  We have helped thousands of people from Edison to communities all across the USA get DNA tests and paternity tests.

Dedication to Excellence

Our dedication to excellence includes our commitment to provide compassionate services and to helping people obtain the accurate DNA testing in Edison that they need. 

Edison, New Jersey: DNA Testing

Establishing paternity in Edison, New Jersey

Unmarried New Jersey parents can easily establish paternity by signing and completing a Certificate of Parentage, which they can do together with a certificate coordinator at the hospital once the child is born. If both parents are not present at the time of birth, it is also possible to sign this document at the local registrar's office later. Upon request, the father's name will be added to the child's birth certificate upon request.

Sometimes, parents are unsure or disagree about paternity. In these cases, either parent can file a paternity action in the New Jersey Family Court. The alleged father and the child will likely be ordered to take a DNA test to determine their relationship. The DNA test results may influence the judge's decision, but may not be the only factor considered. After the judge has declared a legal father, the father can have legal rights and responsibilities towards the child. Without legal paternity, the father would have no right to gain custody or visitation hours.

Edison, New Jersey: Benefits of establishing paternity

When the father establishes paternity in Edison, New Jersey, he gains legal rights and responsibilities towards the child, some of which can include financially supporting the child and participating in decisions about the child's health, education, or religious upbringing. He can also have a better opportunity to establish an emotional bond with the child. If the mother were considering adoption, she must be sure that both parents are in agreement before proceeding.

As for the child, there are plenty of benefits to be gained if they know both parents, some of which can include:

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Access to Social Security, health insurance, and veterans benefits
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The right to inherit from both parents
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Having an emotional bond with both parents
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Access to the medical history of both parents
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Better sense of identity
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Having a father on their birth certificate

Last updated 11/28/2022

Locations

Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Edison, New Jersey

1199 Amboy Avenue Store A4 Edison, NJ 08837
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M: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PMT: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PMW: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PMTh: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PMF: 10:00 AM - 2:30 PMSa: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM About this Location: Roosevelt Park is a large, beautiful park that offers a variety of recreational activities. It features a lake, several sports fields, and a theater. It's a great place for outdoor activities close to our location.
135 Raritan Center Pkwy Edison, NJ 08837
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M: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMT: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMW: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMTh: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMF: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM About this Location: The New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center is a premier venue for trade shows and events, conveniently located near our location. It hosts a wide range of events throughout the year, from industry expos to consumer shows.
16 Ethel Road Edison, NJ 08817
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M: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMT: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMW: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMTh: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMF: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM About this Location: Middlesex County College is a community college offering a variety of programs and degrees. It's located within a short distance from our location. The college features a modern campus with a library, student center, and several academic buildings.
561 US Highway 1 S Edison, NJ 08817
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M: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMT: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMW: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMTh: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMF: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMSa: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMSu: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM About this Location: Menlo Park Mall is a two-level super regional shopping mall, located near our location. It features a wide variety of stores and restaurants, as well as a movie theater.

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Additional Services

Health Street offers a variety of other services, including:

Citations

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ChildSupport it's more than just money. NJ. (n.d.). Retrieved November 28, 2022, from https://www.njchildsupport.org/Resources-Forms/Other-Resources/Family-Issues-Fact-Sheet/Establishing-Paternity-Fact-Sheet.aspx
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Hwade. (n.d.). Vital statistics. Department of Health | Vital Statistics. Retrieved November 28, 2022, from https://www.state.nj.us/health/vital/