DNA Test - Hartsdale, NY
Health Street provides DNA testing in Hartsdale, New York at our centrally located testing center. Register now, or call us at (914) 241-5340 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 - Hartsdale, New York
Types of DNA Tests at our Hartsdale, New York 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 Hartsdale DNA testing technicians are trained to follow these guidelines so that the results will be legally admissible.
How to schedule a DNA Test in Hartsdale NY
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Hartsdale 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 Hartsdale, plus many more locations throughout New York 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 Hartsdale, the state of Hartsdale, New York, and throughout the nation. Since our founding, we have focused on helping people obtain the DNA and paternity tests that they need, from Hartsdale 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 Hartsdale.
Local DNA Testing for Hartsdale, NY
Benefits of Establishing Paternity
The Westchester County government encourages residents to establish legal paternity immediately after a child is born. Some of the reasons to do so include:
In addition, establishing paternity gives the child a sense of identity and allows the father's name to be added to the child's birth certificate. Once paternity is established, the courts can also rule on important topics like visitation and custody.
How to Establish Paternity in Westchester County
According to Westchester County Attorney Martin J. Rosen, there are three ways to establish paternity in New York State.
1. Marriage - If a child's mother is married when she gives birth, the husband is presumed to be the child's legal father.
2. Acknowledgement of Paternity - The father can sign and file an acknowledgment of paternity form.
3. Order of Filiation - Legal paternity is established through Paternity Court. If there is a dispute about the identity of the child's father, the courts will often require a DNA test before making a ruling.
Who Can Bring an Action for Paternity?
There are several interested parties who can bring an action of paternity. This includes the child's mother, the alleged father, the child, a guardian for the child, and the Department of Social Services.
According to Westchester Matrimonial, a local divorce attorney, proceedings for paternity can be initiated at any time from when the mother becomes pregnant until the child turns 21. After the child's 21st birthday, it's too late to establish paternity, unless the father has already acknowledged paternity in writing or has already been providing support for the child.
Neighborhoods Served in Hartsdale
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