Why do I need a DNA test?

There are a number of different reasons why you or someone you know may need a DNA test. A DNA test can determine the relationship between two people. DNA tests are frequently used to determine who a child’s parents are, as well as to show that two people are related in other ways (siblings, grandparents, or other relatives). Home DNA testing, also called “direct-to-consumer” or DTC testing, can also be done in order to determine a person’s ancestry.

Paternity DNA Testing

One of the most common reasons someone may need a DNA test is to determine paternity of a child. This can be done for legal reasons, such as proving paternity for custody or child support reasons. It can also be done for personal reasons, in order to determine whether someone is the biological father (or mother) of a child. If you need a paternity DNA test for legal reasons, there is an important chain of custody that must be properly documented in order for the test results to be admissible in court. If you need a DNA test for personal reasons, you can use a less expensive direct-to-consumer test in the privacy of your own home.

Immigration DNA Testing

DNA testing is also frequently used in the immigration and naturalization process. If an immigrant’s citizenship or legal residency is being sponsored by a relative, they will have to prove that they are related. This can be done with proper documentation, such as a birth certificate. But if they are not able to produce a birth certificate or other documents to prove their relationship, the immigrant and their sponsor will have to have a DNA test performed. The results will prove their relationship to the immigration court. As with paternity tests performed for legal reasons, DNA tests for immigration also have to be performed according to specific guidelines in order to be admissible.

Ancestry DNA Testing

With an in-home DNA test, you can quickly and easily obtain a great deal of information about your ancestry and ethnic heritage. This can be an informative and rewarding way people can find out about what parts of the world their ancestors came from. These tests are fairly inexpensive, and provide a detailed report about your heritage.

If you need a DNA test for any of these reasons, contact us today to schedule an appointment with the to DNA testing center in NYC.