Paternal DNA Tests You Can Do At Home

A home paternity test is a discreet and accurate way to determine whether someone is the biological father of a child or multiple children.

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The standard paternity test kit includes a kit for the alleged father and the child. You will also find a kit available for the mother. Having samples from both parents can make the results more precise, but is not necessary.

Investigating paternity can be a sensitive and emotional subject. Our online ordering process is quick and simple, so you won’t need to spend more time wondering what the results will show.

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.

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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 Paternity Test online and receive results approximately 5 business days after receipt of all the samples at the laboratory.

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Reasons To Take a Home Paternity Test

As a division of Bureau Veritas, the largest scientific laboratory in Canada, our customers come to us in search of answers, and while their reasons vary, here are some of the most common reasons for taking a home paternity test:
  1. Individual(s) want to remain anonymous.
  2. A parent wants to complete a paternity test without the knowledge of the other parent.
  3. Home tests are less expensive than legal paternity tests.
  4. An individual was adopted as a child and wants to verify whether or not they found their true biological parents (or other family members).
  5. Grandparents have questioned their grandchild’s paternity and want to determine if they are actually the grandparents.

“For this fantastic experience, I greatly appreciate and recommend The DNA Lab.”

“I had a great experience with The DNA Lab. The staff are great, always helpful and very informative. The entire process was quite seamless and I had my DNA test done pretty quick. They even accommodated me by coming to my home to perform the DNA test. The nice person that took my sample was kind, chatty and very knowledgeable. For this fantastic experience, I greatly appreciate and recommend The DNA Lab.”

- U Akunebu

Example Home Paternity Test Report

For inclusions (the alleged father possesses the DNA that must be given to the child by the child’s true biological father):

Probability of Paternity

For exclusions (the alleged father does NOT possess the DNA that must be given to the child by the child’s true biological father):

Probability of Paternity

Please note that, for confidentiality reasons, the DNA profiles are not included in reports.

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Quality Results with Bureau Veritas

The DNA Lab is a division of Bureau Veritas, the largest scientific testing company in Canada. All DNA samples sent to The DNA Lab are analyzed by our experienced scientists in our Guelph, Ontario DNA Laboratory.

Our laboratory is SCC-Accredited
The SCC Accreditation Symbol is an official symbol of the Standards Council of Canada, used under license. Choosing an accredited laboratory is the best way for you to ensure that your test results are reliable.

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

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