Frequently Asked Questions Regarding DNA Paternity Testing

What is DNA Paternity Testing?
Who Needs to Participate in the DNA Test Process?
Can a Test be Done if the Alleged Father is Missing or Deceased?
What Kind of Samples Does R U Daddy Lab Need for Testing?
What is the Difference Between Using a Blood Sample or a Buccal Swab Sample?
How Accurate are R U Daddy Labs Test Results?
What if the Testing Parties Live in Different Cities?
Do I Need a Doctor's Order to Have a Test Performed?
How Long Does it Take to Get the DNA Test Results?
Can I use R U Daddy's Lab Results in Court?
Are the Results Confidential?
Is There a Minimum Age Requirement for Testing?
Is the Lab Accredited to Perform DNA Testing and are the Results Reliable?
What are Some of the Reasons DNA Testing is Conducted?
Can I Get the Test Done Before the Baby is Born?
What Needs to be Taken to the Collection Appointment?
What Other DNA Tests Does R U Daddy Lab Offer?

What is DNA Paternity Testing?

R U Daddy Inc. is nationwide and our Case Administrators lend a hand to walk moms and dads through a unique and innovative program to get the truth about family relationships.

Who Needs to Participate in the DNA Test Process?

R U Daddy Inc. is nationwide and our Case Administrators lend a hand to walk moms and dads through a unique and innovative program to get the truth about family relationships.

Can a Test be Done if the Alleged Father is Missing or Deceased?

Yes. Paternity testing can still be performed, although the test will involve more analysis. If the alleged father is unavailable, testing involving grandparents is possible. In this situation, samples are collected from the alleged paternal grandparents and analysis is performed to determine if they are excluded from grandparentage. If not, the chance the alleged grandparents transmitted the genes to their son is calculated and used to determine the probability of paternity. If the alleged paternal grandparents are unavailable, testing can be performed on the alleged father's siblings or other offspring, although the evidence supporting the probability of paternity is not as strong.

What Kind of Samples Does R U Daddy Lab Need for Testing?

R U Daddy labs prefers to use a cheek swab sample for paternity testing since it is easy to obtain, completely non-invasive, painless, and is just as accurate as blood samples. Most biological samples are acceptable, including a tube of blood or drops of blood on a blood spot card.

What is the Difference Between Using a Blood Sample or a Buccal Swab Sample?

A buccal swab sample is just as accurate as using a blood sample for paternity testing. The advantage of a buccal swab sample is that it's non-invasive, painless, quick and easy. The easy procedure is equivalent to that of rubbing a Q-Tip inside of your mouth.

How Accurate are R U Daddy Labs Test Results?

If the DNA of the Alleged Father and Child matches, the probability that he is the biological father is typically over 99.999%. If there are mismatches between the DNA of the Alleged Father and Child, he is 100% excluded from being the biological father.

What if the Testing Parties Live in Different Cities?

IDENTIGENE will arrange for all parties' samples to be collected in their respective cities at no additional charge. All the samples will be coordinated as one case when they arrive at R U Daddy labs, before the paternity test begins.

Do I Need a Doctor's Order to Have a Test Performed?

NO. In most states, a doctor's order is not required for you to have a paternity test performed. However, the state of New York does require a doctor's prescription. *New York State residents see below.

*Self-ordered paternity tests are not legal in the state of New York, and we can not send self-collection kits to any address in the state of New York. In order to obtain a paternity test, you will first need to obtain a prescription from a physician that is authorized to prescribe DNA tests in the state. New York residents are encouraged to call us directly at 1.888.RUDADDY to discuss how to obtain a legal DNA test.

How Long Does it Take to Get the DNA Test Results?

We are the only DNA testing lab to guarantee our paternity test results in 3 days, or the test is free. Once the lab receives all the samples, we guarantee you'll receive your paternity test results in 3 business days, or the test is completely free. Next-Day and 2-Day RUSH tests are also available.

Can I use R U Daddy's Lab Results in Court?

YES, as long as you choose a legally-binding paternity test where your samples are collected by an impartial third-party. The report is a legal document that proves paternity or non-paternity.

Are the Results Confidential?

YES. Because of the sensitivity surrounding questions of paternity, and as with all patient information, paternity test results are strictly confidential. Results are only release to authorized parties involved.

Is There a Minimum Age Requirement for Testing?

NO. R U Daddy lab's DNA testing is not affected by age. Paternity testing can be performed on fetuses and even deceased persons. In the case of an unborn child, we will arrange to have a prenatal paternity test performed, and coordinate your obstetrical procedure with a qualified Obstetrician in your area at no additional charge.

Is the Lab Accredited to Perform DNA Testing and are the Results Reliable?

YES. Our lab is accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD), the National Forensic Science Technology Center (NFSTC), and the Texas Department of Public Safety and is licensed by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). In fact, we were among the first to be accredited by the Parentage Testing Committee of the American Association of Blood Banks to perform paternity tests. The AABB is the national standard for paternity testing labs.

What are Some of the Reasons DNA Testing is Conducted?

We perform paternity test for numerous legal and personal reasons, including Peace of Mind, child support, custody, adoption, citizenship/immigration purposes and inheritance/benefits.

Can I Get the Test Done Before the Baby is Born?

YES. We do offer prenatal paternity testing. However, prenatal paternity testing is significantly more expensive and does involve medical risk. The mother must have an obstetrical procedure performed (either amniocentesis or CVS) in order to obtain a sample on the fetus. We will coordinate your obstetrical procedure with a qualified Obstetrician in your area at no additional charge to you.

What Needs to be Taken to the Collection Appointment?

Adults must present a photo I.D. (preferably a driver's license), a social security number, a photograph of the child being collected and payment for the DNA test and the sample collection fee.

What Other DNA Tests Does R U Daddy Lab Offer?

In addition to paternity tests, R U Daddy lab offers other types of DNA testing services, including sibling studies, twin zygosity studies, deceased alleged father paternity studies, adoption cases, and immigration testing.