Accurate, reliable and affordable, DNA paternity testing is the definite means of establishing paternity of a child
. The demand in New Zealand has risen exponentially over the past decade.
People often question the validity of comparing blood groups to determine paternity but this system is one accurate at excluding the alleged father from being the biological father and not including him.
Paternity test results are 99.99% accurate if the putative father is the biological father of the child. The test can be carried out with or without the mothers sampling but the mothers sample is recommended for inclusion as it can help provide a stronger and slightly more accurate result.
How do I use my Home DNA Testing Kit?
Read the instructions with your kit with care. Its a simple process to collect the samples for your paternity test but you need to follow the steps so there are no mistakes made. If you make mistakes in sampling then the swabs you send in will be useless for testing. If this happens youll need to send in new swabs for correct testing. While its difficult to alter DNA, some chemicals and extreme temperatures are bale to alter it. Under normal conditions the DNA you send will be fine. Follow the instructions you will get DNA samples since the chances of not getting them is only about 1%.
Take the consent form and fill in all the parts of it. Youll receive this form when you buy the paternity testing kit. Include your date of birth, surname, and your name. The Human Tissue Act requires that everyone above the age of consent signs their samples. When you send your samples back send the consent form too. Dont smoke, eat or drink anything before you collect the DNA samples. For infant and babies this applies as well but they can be given some lukewarm water.
Another way is to buy swabs from your drugstore and take DNA samples yourself. The company will need your reference number so they can pack the DNA samples in the correct way. Dont do this unless you have talked to someone at the DNA company doing the testing.
If you cannot provide oral swabs that you will be advised about the possibility of using forensic DNA samples.
If you have any questions sure to call the DNA company so you understand the DNA testing process. These DNA testing kits are easy to use and you should find it easy to get the testing done and get the results you need.