Paternity Testing

Order Your Paternity Test

If you’re seeking clarity about fatherhood—whether you’re unsure if you’re the biological father, looking to confirm who your father is, or simply want to verify your child’s paternity—a DNA test from DDC can provide the answers you need.

We offer three options to suit your specific situation: 

• Legal Paternity Testing
• Home Paternity Testing
• Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Testing

Each is designed to address different needs with accuracy and confidentiality.

Not sure which test is right for you? Contact our team for a free consultation—we’re here to help.

> Legal Paternity Testing

Legal DNA paternity testing, also known as chain-of-custody testing, delivers results that can be used in legal matters such as child support, custody, immigration, birth certificates, Social Security, and more. While this type of DNA test requires in-person sample collection, Genetic Insights offers access to a nationwide network of collection sites to make the process fast and convenient. Our secure, professionally supervised collection ensures accurate results you can trust.

Are Legal Paternity Test Results Court-Admissible?

Yes—our legal paternity testing strictly follows a chain-of-custody protocol, with sample collection monitored by trained professionals. This process ensures that your results are recognized and admissible in court. With over 3,500 authorized collection centers across the U.S., we help you find a location nearby and schedule quickly.

Genetic Insights Legal Paternity Testing Is Ideal For:

• ✔ Child support and custody disputes
• ✔ Birth certificate updates
• ✔ Adoption and immigration cases
• ✔ Inheritance and tax documentation

What to Expect:

• Secure, in-person DNA collection by certified professionals
• Option for separate appointments for each tested individual
• Results available in just 1–2 business days after lab processing
• Final report reviewed by our team of in-house PhD experts

Our streamlined process typically includes DNA samples from the alleged father and child, with the mother’s sample included when applicable. All testing is conducted in an accredited laboratory to ensure precision and legal compliance. Throughout the process, our support team keeps you informed and confident every step of the way.

Legal paternity testing is commonly used in situations involving:

• Establishing child support responsibilities
• Determining custody or visitation arrangements
• Settling inheritance disputes
• Confirming legal parentage for child-related matters

Privacy and Reporting

All results from legal paternity tests are strictly confidential and provided in a sealed report suitable for submission to legal entities.

Navigating uncertainty about a child’s biological father can be overwhelming. A legal paternity test offers fast, secure, and precise results to support your legal needs. Let Genetic Insights help you establish paternity with court-admissible accuracy and peace of mind.

> Home Paternity Testing

Home paternity testing offers a discreet, convenient solution for determining biological paternity without involving legal procedures. While not admissible in court due to the lack of a strict chain of custody, these tests still provide scientifically reliable results. The test compares the DNA of the potential father and child with over 99.999% accuracy, using a painless cheek swab.

Our at-home test kit includes everything you need for private sample collection and fast lab processing. Call us today for a free consultation and take the first step toward clarity.

• No appointments are needed – collect samples at home
• Prepaid mailer included for quick lab delivery
• Secure results in just 1–2 business days
• All results reviewed by our in-house PhD scientists
• Expert support every step of the way

> Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Testing (NIPPT)

Our non-invasive prenatal paternity test determines biological paternity during pregnancy—as early as 7 weeks gestation. This safe, AABB-accredited test requires only a blood sample from the mother and a cheek swab from the potential father, posing no risk to the baby. It uses cutting-edge lab techniques to analyze cell-free fetal DNA (cffDNA) found in the mother’s bloodstream.

Each sample is tested across more than 800 genetic markers to deliver highly accurate results—over 99.9% confidence in the probability of paternity. If you’re facing uncertainty during pregnancy, Genetic Insights is here to help you find answers with speed, sensitivity, and care.

• Testing is available starting at 7 weeks of pregnancy
• Fast results are available in as little as 3 business days
• Completely non-invasive and risk-free for mother and baby
• PhD-verified accuracy using the most advanced technology
• Call today for a free, confidential consultation

Key Information About Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Testing

1. How the Test Works

During pregnancy, small fragments of the baby’s DNA naturally circulate in the mother’s bloodstream. This test isolates those fragments and compares them with the alleged father’s DNA, typically collected using a simple cheek swab. A blood sample from the mother is collected and analyzed in a certified lab to establish a biological connection.

2. Timing and Early Detection

Non-invasive prenatal paternity testing (NIPPT) can be performed as early as 7 weeks into pregnancy. While testing in the early weeks may yield slightly lower DNA concentration, accuracy improves significantly after 10 weeks as fetal DNA levels increase. This makes NIPPT a safe and early alternative to traditional invasive procedures.

3. Test Accuracy

When performed correctly, NIPPT offers over 99.9% accuracy in confirming biological paternity. The reliability of the results depends on factors such as gestational age, the amount of fetal DNA present, and the quality of the collected samples from both parents.

4. Safety and Risk-Free Process

This test is 100% non-invasive, posing no risk to either the mother or the unborn child. Unlike procedures such as amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS), NIPPT involves only a maternal blood draw and a paternal cheek swab, eliminating any chance of miscarriage or harm.