DNA Test - McKinney, TX
Health Street provides DNA testing in McKinney, Texas at 7 conveniently located testing laboratories. Register now, or call us at (972) 366-7710 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 - McKinney, Texas
Types of DNA Tests at our McKinney, Texas 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 McKinney 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 McKinney TX
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our McKinney 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 McKinney, plus many more locations throughout Texas and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in McKinney. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in McKinney , TX 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 McKinney, TX performed by Health Street was in 2019.
Dedication to Excellence
Our dedication to excellence includes our commitment to provide compassionate services and to helping people obtain the accurate DNA testing in McKinney that they need.
McKinney, Texas - DNA Testing
Establishing paternity in McKinney, TX
Establishing paternity in McKinney, Texas, is one of the most crucial steps in the child support process. When parents are unmarried, they must establish paternity, unlike when they are married when the husband is automatically considered the legal father.
There are two options for establishing paternity in Texas. Parents can voluntarily sign an Acknowledgment of Paternity if they are sure of the biological father. They often get this option right after the baby is born at the hospital, or they can do it later. Another way to establish paternity is to go to court. This option is more common if the parents are unsure about who the biological father is or if one party does not cooperate. Based on the DNA results, the judge will likely ask the alleged father and the child to take a DNA test. A DNA test is usually done as a cheek swab, so it is safe, quick, easy, and painless.
DNA test reunited Texas mother and daughter
It took them 49 years to find a way back to each other. Mother and daughter reunited after almost five decades in Texas! Marcy was just 16 when she gave birth. She made a difficult choice and decided to put her baby up for adoption. She said that ever since she gave up on her baby, she never stopped looking for her.
Eventually, she took a DNA test which led to the match with her daughter. They reached out to each other and decided to meet in person. Marcy admitted she was nervous and excited and could not express her feelings since she had wanted to meet her daughter Elaine her whole life.
Once they met at the airport, Marcy gave Elaine her baby blanket, which she crocheted herself when she was pregnant. Both said they had so much to catch up on. They want to spend as much time together as possible to get to know each other better.
Last updated 9/29/2022
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