DNA Test - Parma, OH
Health Street provides DNA testing in Parma, Ohio at our centrally located testing center. Register now, or call us at (440) 209-5658 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 - Parma, Ohio
Types of DNA Tests at our Parma, Ohio 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 Parma 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 Parma OH
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Parma 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 Parma, plus many more locations throughout Ohio and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Parma. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Parma , OH 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
More than a Decade of Experience
Since 2010, Health Street has offered DNA tests in Parma, the state of Parma, Ohio, and throughout the nation. The first DNA test that Health Street provided in Parma, OH was in 2020.Since then, we have done 27 DNA and paternity tests in Parma.
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 Parma.
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Establishing paternity in Parma, Ohio
Unwed parents can establish paternity in Parma, Ohio, in two ways. They can sign the Acknowledgment Affidavit of Paternity at the hospital after the child is born, or they can go to court. If both parents agree on paternity, they can sign the form at the hospital, and the staff can usually help them with the paperwork. The affidavit must be signed before the notary public or a witness and filed to the Vital Statistics and the Central Paternity Registry. If both parents sign the affidavit, they agree that the man is the biological and legal father, and his name can then be added to the child's birth certificate.
If the mother or alleged father doubts paternity or disagrees, they can go to court. Going through the court often involves a DNA test to prove whether the man is the birth father. The paternity test results will be sent to the judge, who can decide whether to establish paternity. If paternity is established, then the judge can also establish custody, visitation hours, or child support if necessary.
DNA test helps reunite Parma family after years apart
In 2021, Joe had a regular day at work when a woman walked into the barbershop holding an envelope with his name on it. There was a picture inside the envelope of Kelli with her mother, who Joe had not seen for 55 years. Kelli said to Joe she thought he might be her dad. He was 80 years old, and Kelli was 55.
Not even three hours after Kelli and Joe met, they were taking DNA tests to determine their biological relationship. The tests returned positive, proving they were related and that he was her biological father. Joe had no idea he had a daughter, and immediately he decided to introduce her to his wife and children. Since that day, they never missed a chance to spend time together, taking advantage of every opportunity to smile together. It was unexpected for Joe, but it had positively changed his life, and Kelli could not have been happier to finally meet her father!
Last updated 2/6/2023
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