DNA Test - Elyria, OH
Health Street offers DNA testing, legal paternity tests, and sibling DNA tests in Elyria, Ohio at a centrally located testing laboratory. Register now, or call us at (440) 209-5649 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 your Elyria DNA test appointment online. Our legal DNA test results can be used in court for matters such as: child support, birth certificates, and custody cases. Appointments can be scheduled together or separately. Legal DNA tests are done by cheek swab at our testing centers. We also offer home DNA test kits for peace of mind. DNA can be tested from hair, fingernails, and other specimens.
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DNA Test - Elyria, Ohio
Types of DNA Tests at our Elyria, Ohio 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:
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 Elyria DNA testing technicians are trained to follow these guidelines so that the results will be legally admissible.
How to schedule a DNA Test in Elyria OH
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Elyria 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 Elyria, plus many more locations throughout Ohio 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
More than a Decade of Experience
Since 2010, Health Street has offered DNA tests in Elyria, the state of Elyria, Ohio, and throughout the nation. The first DNA test that Health Street provided in Elyria, OH was in 2018.
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 Elyria.
Elyria, Ohio - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in Elyria, OH
Unwed people in Elyria, Ohio, have three options for establishing paternity. They can:
Most people sign the AOP Affidavit, as they can usually do so in the hospital right after the baby is born, making the whole process smooth and quick. However, the AOP Affidavit can also be signed at a local registrar or county child support enforcement agency.
If parents have any reason to doubt paternity, they usually choose from the other two options, which often include DNA testing. DNA tests are quick, painless, and reliable proof of whether the man is the child's birth father. Genetic testing is often done by cheek swabs on the alleged father and the child, and a certified lab compares results.
If you find yourself needing clarification on paternity, Heath Street can help you put your mind at ease. We offer DNA testing solutions across Elyria, throughout Ohio, and nationwide. Contact us today online or via phone to book an appointment. Scheduling is easy and quick.
Elyria, Ohio: Challenging paternity
Sometimes, the alleged father disputes his paternity. This typically involves filing a case in juvenile probate court. While parents have the option to settle at any point, disagreements may lead to a trial, where the judge commonly orders DNA testing. If the judge declares legal paternity, then decisions about child support, visitation, and custody may also be made.
In Elyria, Ohio, Health Street's DNA testing services offer accuracy and convenience. Our DNA tests are available nationwide, and participants can be tested at different locations and times.
Last updated 11/20/2023
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