Children must be at least four weeks old for this type of test. Results are generally available within two weeks. DNA testing is also offered and is conclusive when the mother, child and alleged father or only the child and alleged father are tested. If the mother is not tested, she or the child s legal guardian must give consent for the testing. Newborn children may be tested with this method by collecting a buccal swab from the inside of the child s mouth.
Results are generally available within five weeks.
All testing at LifeLab is performed by Certified Histocompatibility Technologists and is strictly confidential. For identification purposes, it is preferred for the mother, child and alleged father to come for testing together. In most cases, sample collections must be done on-site. The mother and alleged father must provide positive identification that they are 18 years of age, or they must have consent from a parent or legal guardian. Both mother and alleged father must sign consent forms, and instant photographs will be taken.