DNA Test - Wytheville, VA
Health Street offers DNA testing, legal paternity tests, and sibling DNA tests in Wytheville, Virginia at a centrally located testing laboratory. Register now, or call us at (276) 565-7263 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 Wytheville 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 - Wytheville, Virginia
Types of DNA Tests at our Wytheville, Virginia 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 Wytheville 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 Wytheville VA
Scheduling a DNA test at one of our Wytheville 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 Wytheville, plus many more locations throughout Virginia and all across the United States. Not every one of our clinics performs paternity testing in Wytheville. We'll show you the nearest locations to get a DNA test in Wytheville , VA 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 Wytheville, the state of Wytheville, Virginia, and throughout the nation. Since our founding, we have focused on helping people obtain the DNA and paternity tests that they need, from Wytheville 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 Wytheville.
Wytheville, VA - DNA Testing
How to Establish Paternity in Wytheville
There are several options for unmarried parents in Wytheville, Virginia to establish legal paternity. The simplest is for both parents to sign and file a Voluntary Acknowledgment of Paternity form. Once this form is processed, the man is recognized as the child's legal father. However, to use this form, both parents must agree about the identity of the child's father. Otherwise, either parent can file a paternity claim with their local Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court or Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE). The Wythe Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court is located at 225 South 4th Street Suite 204 Wytheville, VA 24382-2595.
The Role of DNA in VA Paternity Tests
In some cases, genetic testing may be needed to prove the identity of a child's biological father. According to experts at Pennington Law Firm, which serves clients in Wytheville and the surrounding area, DNA testing is 99% accurate. When there is a dispute over a child's paternity, a DNA test can prove whether there is a biological relationship between a man and a child. DNA testing can be done voluntarily or may be ordered by the courts. Often, courts will review the results of a DNA test before issuing a ruling to establish a child's legal paternity.
Why Establish Paternity in Wytheville?
There are many important reasons for Wytheville residents to go through the effort of establishing a child's legal paternity. According to the Virginia Paternity Establishment Program, a few of the most important benefits include:
Last updated 6/16/2023
Locations
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175 W Main Street Ste 203 Wytheville, VA 24382Some Wytheville Neighborhoods That We Serve
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