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All About Legal Paternity Testing

By Lora Jones


It can be very difficult for you and your child when there are doubts about the identity of the father. Arguments and rejection are only some of the things you and your child will have to deal with. If you are in a situation that calls for the confirmation of the identity of the childs biological father, legal paternity testing can be requested.

The test is done by taking dna samples from both parent and child. DNA or deoxyribonucleic acid is unique and contains genetic information. If there are enough markers between the two samples, then they can be considered a match and in effect, the male is indeed the father. The test is supposed to be highly accurate.

There are kits available so you can obtain samples. Once you have a sample, this can be sent to the facility that will do the processing. Kits are not costly but then you will still have to pay the facility for doing the test. You may want to check on several facilities first so you can find something that is affordable.

There are differences in the way this tests are being conducted. It will depend on whether the test is for informational purposes only or if it has to be utilized in a case. If it is the latter, then certain procedures will have to be followed to prevent tampering in the samples or in the results.

There is no difference in the accuracy of the results. The laboratory will still process the samples in the same manner whether you just want the test for confirmation or if you want it for a case. Examine your needs carefully so you will not have to repeat the test in the future.

The test is useful for a variety of cases. For example, it can be a piece of evidence when someone is applying for adoption or if someone stands to inherit money or properties. It may be needed to determine who is responsible for supporting the child. If the test has to be used in any of these cases, then you should then you should start looking for qualified facilities in your area.

The procedure is strict when the test is to be used in court. Someone would have to be there when samples are being obtained. The individuals will be identified before a sample is taken. Then the samples will be secured so that no one can tamper with it.

The test can be done in either at home or at the facility and stricter measures will be enforced. It can take two days or more to get the results, depending on the center you have chosen. Considerations have to be made if for example the child and the supposed father are not living in the same area. The schedule for taking those samples will also be up to you.

Legal paternity testing provides confirmation regarding the identity of the biological father. The test is considered accurate since dna, which is unique to every person, will be used for the process. You can use this to put those doubts to rest or you can utilize the results for legal purposes.




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