Legal Grandparent DNA Testing

What is the definition of a legal DNA Grandparent test?

A legal grandparent test is a relationship test that determines if a paternal grandparent/s are biologically related to a alleged grandchild. It is recommended the mother of the child is included in the test for increased accuracy.

This testing option requires a chain of custody be established, and the participants involved must have their Deoxyribonuecleic Acid (DNA) samples collected by unbiased third-party DNA sample collector.

Common reasons to perform legal test with grandparents:

The common reasons individual perform a maternity test legally are as follows.

Immigration DNA Grandparent Testing: 

An immigration grandparent DNA test is suggested by an immigration agency like United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or U.S. Consular Section when evidence submitted by the applicant during immigrant visa application filing process is insufficient to help determine if grandparent/s are biologically related to a grandchild.

This testing option is rarely performed but occurs when the parents of the are not available to be tested or the child has no siblings.

For a more detailed explanation on DNA testing for immigration purposes, click here.

Adding A Name To A Birth Certificate:

Performing a paternal grandparentage DNA test can be used to add a father’s name to his child’s birth certificate when the alleged father is unavailable to be tested in some states.

We recommend that you speak with the Vital records department in your state to ensure they will recognize the family reconstruction DNA testing option.

Inheritance:

Alleged grandchild may participate in legal DNA testing to prove a biological relationship with a deceased father to gain access to an inheritance.

How much does a legal DNA grandparent test cost?

The price of standard legal sibling DNA test starts at $475.00 and up.

How accurate are my DNA Testing results?

The accuracy of the DNA samples collected and analyzed by our partner AABB (formerly known as the American Association of Blood Banks) accredited DNA testing laboratory meets industry standards.

All legally admissible results have 99.99% and higher that determines the probability of parentage in maternity cases.

Where can I get grandparent DNA test done in my city?

Scheduling an appointment is simple. Contact our office at 800-219-4584 to setup an appointment one of the facilities in our network in a major city near your home.

Paternal Grandparent Testing Services: What To Expect

1. Contact our office at 800-219-4584 to schedule your appointment
2. One of our DNA consultants will find a location near your home
3. An appointment will be scheduled and your samples will be collected.
4. After your DNA samples are collected they will be shipped to the laboratory for testing.
5. Upon the completion of your test, your assigned consultant will contact you by phone with status update. A copy will then be mailed to your home and another copy will be sent to by email.

Please keep mind, appointments can be scheduled in different cities or states. Contact our office at 800-219-4584 to learn more today.

What do I need to bring to my appointment?

What you need to bring to your DNA sample collection appointment is your state ID (license or passport). 

If you are a New York State resident all parties involved with your DNA test are required to get a prescription from NYS licensed doctor, a court order from judge or letter from a family law attorney.

What type DNA sample will be collected?

The method of collection is performed by buccal cheek swab. Blood samples are another viable sample collection method by it is more invasive and painful method of collection. Both collection options have a similar accuracy.

When will I receive my DNA results?

The turnaround time for results is 2 to 3 business days from the date the lab receives all genetic samples.

Does the DNA results need to tested by an accredited lab?

Yes. All DNA samples are tested and analyzed by partner AABB (formerly  known as the American Association of Blood Banks) accredited DNA laboratory. The accreditation is necessary for all legal maternity test results to recognized family court judges, immigration agencies and all state agencies nationwide.

Other accreditations our partner labs hold are:

Is my DNA going to be shared with other companies?

All information provided to our partner DNA Testing laboratory is kept secure and confidential. Information will only be released to third parties with the explicit consent of the participants involved with genetic test or by court-order. Specimen samples on file are kept for 90 days on average than destroyed.