Maternal DNA Tests You Can Do At Home

A home DNA test for maternity will determine whether the person being tested is the biological mother of the child or children.

A standard maternal DNA test is used to verify a mother/child relationship. A home maternity DNA test can be used in various scenarios including:

  • Confirmation of embryo used in assisted reproduction such as IVF procedures, egg donation, and surrogacy.
  • The possibility of a child being switched at the time of birth.
  • A child or children separated from the biological parent to be placed in foster care or adoption.

Discovering the maternity of a child is an emotional matter, and our team will do everything in our power to make the process as seamless and quick as possible. We have a supportive team of customer service representatives available to answer your questions.

Please be advised that the names of the participants WILL NOT be listed on the report as there is no verification of identity.

We Make DNA Testing Simple

Quick & Easy Sample Collection
Using our kits, simply swab the cheek of each person to collect DNA for testing.

Confidential Process
No ID or witness is required. Pick up the kit in person or have a discreet package delivered.

Cost-Effective Results
Save money and hassle with a home paternity test, if you don’t need legal results.

Please be advised that the names of the participants WILL NOT be listed on the report as there is no verification of identity.

Home DNA Testing in 4 Easy Steps

Step 1: Order Online
Start by ordering a home DNA Test online. At checkout, you can select the type of at-home test and the number of sample kits you require. You can add supplemental DNA donors to your online order.
Step 2: Receive Kit & Collect Sample
Sample collection kits are shipped in discreet packaging anywhere in Canada, or you can arrange to pick up your kits at any one of our 11 partner locations nationwide. Follow the kit instructions to collect the cheek swab samples.
Step 3: Laboratory Analysis
Ship your DNA samples back to our laboratory using the return envelope provided. Once received at our laboratory, you will receive an email stating that the samples have been received and we will provide you with your anticipated report date. Your samples will be processed in our accredited laboratory, but you will remain anonymous.
Step 4: Report
Receive your confidential results within 5 business days of receipt of samples. Results are delivered via a report that can be sent to you via email, mail, or fax. The report will identify the probability of paternity, maternity, or family relation by percentage. Please be advised that the names of the participants WILL NOT be listed on the report as there is no verification of identity.

Order a Home Maternity Test online and receive results approximately 5 business days after receipt of all the samples at the laboratory.

Reasons To Take a Home Maternity Test

Home maternity DNA tests can answer your questions quickly. Here are some of the reasons to do a home maternity DNA test:
  1. Individual(s) want to remain anonymous.
  2. Home tests are less expensive than legal maternity tests.
  3. An individual was adopted as a child and wants to verify whether or not they found their true biological mother.
  4. Confirming the parentage in cases of IVF procedures, egg donation, and surrogacy.

Complex Maternity DNA Test Cases

Do you have multiple children to test for maternity?
Separate samples must be obtained for each child and the alleged mother(s). Make sure to add additional DNA donors to your online order at checkout to receive the correct number of sample collection kits.

What if the mother is unavailable for a cheek swab?
We are able to accept other types of samples, such as hair with roots, toothbrush, razor or other items for forensic testing analysis on an as-required basis (surcharge applies). Please contact us for more information.

What if the mother is no longer alive?
Consider ordering a home relationship DNA test that will verify the samples of their relatives, including alleged siblings or parents.

Do you have questions about Home DNA tests?

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Order a Home Maternity Test online and receive results within 5 business days of sample receipt.