Forensic DNA Analysis
Sample Availablility and Cost
| Category | General Comments Forensic DNA Analysis | Packaging Comments | Additional Charge (Per Sample) | Success Rate* |
| Collected Swab Sample | Buccal (cheek swab) samples collected directly from willing individuals. 1st at $100 & $85 thereafter | Ship as Indicated on instructions | CALL | 99% |
| Blood (Whole)** | Medical blood draw in Vacutainer Tube | Ship in original tube | CALL | 99% |
| Blood Stains** | Band Aids, tampons, bloody tissues | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 75% |
| Cigarette Butts | 2 to 4 butts | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 65% |
| Clothing | Hats, baseball caps, bandanna | Ship in paper bag | CALL | 50% |
| Dental Floss | Do not touch the floss with your fingers. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 75% |
| Ear Wax | Cotton swab or Q-tip | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 75% |
| Electric Razor Clippings | Place in paper envelope. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 50% |
| Gum | Do not touch the gum with your fingers. Sugar-free gum is preferred. | Ship in plastic Zip-Lock bag | CALL | 75% |
| Hair | Roots or follicles must be attached. Hair from a brush or comb may not work. We need at least 6-10 hairs. | Ship in plastic Zip-Lock bag | CALL | 80% |
| Nails (Finger/Toe) | Freshly cut nails work best | Ship in plastic Zip-Lock bag | CALL | 75% |
| Razors | Place razor in a paper envelope. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 40% |
| Sperm/Semen** | Condoms, undergarments, clothing, etc… Liquid semen: absorb suspected semen sample onto a clean cotton swab. Air-dry the swab for 1 hour. Dried semen stains: adsorb semen stain onto a clean cotton swab moistened with distilled water. Air-dry the swab for 1 hour. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 90% |
| Toothbrush | Air-dry the toothbrush for 30-60 minutes. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 75% |
| Toothpick | Do not touch the toothpick with your fingers. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 65% |
| Used Handkerchief | Nasal Mucous. Place in paper envelope. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 95% |
| Used Kleenex | Nasal Mucous. Place in paper envelope. | Ship in paper envelope | CALL | 90% |
| * Our lab cannot unconditionally guarantee successful analysis of these samples. We will however make every attempt to provide you with the results you require. ** Bio-hazard disposal fee applies. | ||||
A Simple, Secure DNA Testing Process
Our streamlined process makes it easy to choose the right DNA test, place a secure order, and get reliable results with confidence.
Shop DNA Test KitsOrdering & Shipping
After your order is received, we ship a sterile collection kit at no additional charge. Your kit includes the required swabs and a prepaid return mailer to send samples directly to the laboratory.
Sample Collection
Use the cheek swabs to painlessly collect the DNA.
Sample Analysis
When all DNA samples are received in lab, you will get an email advising when results will be ready.
Results Reporting
Paternity test results are sent via email to the email address on file. If you order a hard copy results they will be sent to the billing address unless you advise differently.
Home Paternity DNA Testing Reviews
For over 25 years, families across the United States have trusted PaternityUSA for reliable DNA testing and knowledgeable client support, serving hundreds of thousands of clients nationwide with fast, confidential results.
“In my opinion I am very satisfied. I have an adult daughter that’s 24 years old now that I did not know I had. The results came in very quickly, took a couple of days, and I am very pleased with this product. If I need it again, this is what I’ll get. I will definitely recommend this to anybody that needs to do a DNA test.”
