DNA Test - Harleysville, PA
Health Street provides DNA tests and legal paternity testing in Harleysville, Pennsylvania at our centrally located testing laboratory. Call (215) 774-5301 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 a 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 - Harleysville, Pennsylvania
Types of DNA Tests at our Harleysville, Pennsylvania 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 Harleysville 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 Harleysville PA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Harleysville 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 Harleysville, plus many more locations throughout Pennsylvania and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Harleysville. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Harleysville , PA 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
A Decade Plus of Experience
Health Street has provided DNA tests since 2010. We have provided DNA tests and paternity tests to thousands of people in Harleysville as well as communities all across the nation.
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We are proud to help families and individuals get DNA testing in Harleysville.
Local DNA Testing for Harleysville, PA
Establishing Paternity in Harleysville, PA
No steps will need to be taken to establish legal paternity for married Harleysville, PA parents who recently had a child. In these cases, the law presumes the husband to be the biological father. For parents who are not married at the time of their child's birth, both will need to establish paternity for the father's name to be placed on the child's birth certificate. Likewise, once paternity is established, both parents will have the ability to file for child support services.
As long as both parents have zero doubts about their child's paternity, the simplest way to go about the process is by completing an Acknowledgement of Paternity (AOP) form. This form, which can be completed at the hospital or through a Montgomery County assistance office, establishes a legal bond between the child and the presumed father. If there are any doubts about a child's paternity, both parents should seek DNA testing before establishing paternity.
Navigating Difficult Patient Situations in Harleysville, PA
Not always will the paternity establishment process be as simple as submitting a form. For instances where a Harleysville, PA parent encounters difficulty having the other parent agree to establish paternity, it's recommended they turn to the courts for legal assistance. Through the Montgomery Family Court, a parent can file a paternity petition to establish legal paternity.
During this process, a family court judge will typically request that the mother, child, and presumed father undergo DNA paternity testing. If results can successfully identify the child's biological father, then paternity can be legally established. Furthermore, a parent can then request child support services and a co-parenting agreement if necessary.
Experts in Harleysville, PA Say…
Following a tricky paternity establishment process, a Harleysville parent may also face issues establishing a custody agreement. If both parents cannot successfully create an agreement that works best towards the wellbeing of a child, they should seek legal assistance. According to Harleysville Family Law Attorney Michelle Winter, the state of Pennsylvania will assess various factors during a custody hearing to create a plan that works in the best interest of the child. These factors include the wishes of the child, any drug and alcohol abuse concerns, and current involvement of both parents.
Locations
Clinic Hours for DNA Testing in Harleysville, Pennsylvania
345 Main Street Suite 6 Harleysville, PA 19438Neighborhoods In and Around Harleysville That We Serve
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