Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of The DNA Lab’s Website at https://thednalab.com/
DNA Testing
It is important to note that there is a possibility that the final results of your DNA test(s) may be inconclusive/uninformative. The “Additional Information” on DNA Testing below and on the Order page provides a general overview of all types of DNA tests offered by The DNA Lab. By completing your purchase, you agree that you have read and agree to the following:
For All DNA Tests: For confidentiality reasons, DNA profiles are not included in the reports.
For At-Home DNA Tests: Names of the test participants WILL NOT be listed on the report, as there is no verification of identity.
For Relationship DNA Tests: These tests are not as conclusive as Paternity/Maternity testing. The statistical result will only speak to the likelihood of the alleged biological relationship relative to the likelihood of NO biological relationship. It is important to note that there is a possibility that the final results may be inconclusive/uninformative.
At-Home Paternity Tests
Included: 1 kit for the alleged father, 1 kit for the child, and 1 kit for the mother. If you have additional children that you wish to test, please use the “Additional Donors” to order the kits for them.
Paternity testing is a genetic analysis method used to determine the biological father of a child. The test compares the DNA of the alleged father and the child to determine if their DNA matches 50%. Children inherit 50% of their DNA from each parent. We strongly recommend testing the mother as it allows us to isolate the biological father’s contribution to the child’s DNA profile. By testing the mother, that results in a better quality and reporting with a higher probability of paternity for the true biological father. If the DNA from the alleged father matches the DNA from the child, the alleged father is concluded to be the biological father of the child, typically at a minimum probability of paternity of 99.95% or higher. If the DNA from the alleged father does not match the DNA from the child, the alleged father is excluded as the biological father, and this is reported as 0% probability of paternity.
At-Home Maternity Tests
Included: 1 kit for the alleged mother, 1 kit for the child, and 1 kit for the father. If you have additional children that you wish to test, please use the “Additional Donors” to order the kits for them.
A Maternity test compares the DNA of the alleged mother and child/children to determine if their DNA matches 50%. Children inherit 50% of their DNA from each parent. We strongly recommend testing the father as it allows us to isolate the biological mother’s contribution to the child’s DNA profile. By testing the father, that results in a better quality and reporting with a higher probability of maternity for the true biological mother. When the DNA does match, then the alleged mother is concluded to be the biological mother of the child, typically at a minimum probability of maternity of 99.95% or higher.
At-Home Y-STR Tests
Included: 2 kits, 1 for each male.
A male will pass along his Y-Chromosome to his male children and therefore, Y-STR DNA testing can be used to verify relationships between male relatives based on their paternal lineage (male line). It can be useful in cases when the alleged father is missing, for reunification in adoption cases, as well as for the identification of male biological family members. Y-STR tests can only be performed with male individuals. Common participants include a son’s possible nephews and uncles (brothers of the alleged father), brothers, and paternal grandfather. It is important to note that this test only determines the likelihood that two males are related through a paternal lineage relative to the likelihood of them being unrelated. The direct/specific relationship between males cannot be determined.
At-Home Twins Tests
Included: 2 kits, 1 for each sibling.
Twin Zygosity DNA testing will determine likelihood that two individuals are identical twins relative to the likelihood that they are fraternal twins. Identical twins should have the exact same DNA profile. This is because they come from one fertilized egg, called a zygote. The zygote, which usually develops into one child, grows and splits early in development to form two embryos. By comparison, fraternal twins on average share only 50% of the same DNA since two separate sperm fertilize two separate eggs.Typically the results of this DNA test are used to satisfy personal curiosity. However there are health reasons for which this test would be beneficial. In the event that one sibling requires an organ or tissue transplant, twin zygosity test results may be used as a guide in determining whether his/her twin could be a donor. If the twins are identical, each would be a perfect match donor for one another.
At-Home Siblings Tests
Full Siblings Tests
Full siblings share both of their biological parents. Included: 2 kits, 1 for each sibling. If you have additional siblings tested, please use the “Additional Donors” to order the kits for them.
In a sibship DNA test, two individuals are tested to determine whether they share one or both of their biological parents. Full siblings share both of their biological parents. The statistical result speaks to the likelihood of the alleged sibling relationship relative to the likelihood of no biological relationship. In general, full siblings should share more DNA than half-siblings (on average full siblings share 50% of their DNA). However, there is a possibility that two true siblings do not share any DNA from their parents. In these situations, the reported statistic would be low. In fact, it could be so low as to indicate the siblings are not related, when in fact they are. In some cases, a sibship test can lead to inconclusive/uninformative results and additional testing may be required.
Half Siblings Tests
Half siblings will only have one common (shared) biological parents. Included: 2 kits, 1 for each sibling. If you have additional siblings tested, please use the “Additional Donors” to order the kits for them.
Half-siblings will only have one common (shared) biological parent. Half-siblings should share more DNA than any two random, unrelated individuals (on average half-siblings share 25% of their DNA). The statistical result speaks to the likelihood of the alleged sibling relationship relative to the likelihood of no biological relationship. Please see the limitations of the testing. These tests are not as conclusive as Paternity/Maternity testing. The statistical result will only speak to the likelihood of the alleged biological relationship relative to the likelihood of NO biological relationship.
At-Home Grandparentage Tests
Included: 1 kit for the grandfather, 1 kit for the grandmother, 1 kit for the child and 1 kit for the mother.
Full Grandparentage
In situations where the alleged parent (alleged father or alleged mother) of a child is unavailable for testing (e.g. the alleged parent is deceased or unwilling to participate), both of the alleged parent’s known biological parents can be tested to determine whether they are the true biological grandparents of the child. The test will determine whether or not the alleged grandfather and the alleged grandmother, together, possess the genetic markers that must be contributed to the child by his/her biological grandparents. As such, full grandparentage DNA testing is considered a conclusive DNA test.
Half Grandparentage
A single Grandparentage DNA test (when only one alleged grandparent is tested) is used to determine the statistical weight for a grandparent-grandchild relationship between two individuals.
At-Home Aunt or Uncle Tests
Included: 1 kit for the aunt/uncle, 1 kit for the niece/nephew.
Full Avuncular
A full aunt/uncle DNA test is used to determine the statistical weight for an aunt/uncle and niece/nephew relationship between two individuals. “Full” means that the alleged aunt/uncle shares both of their biological parents with the alleged parent of the niece/nephew. The statistical result for the test will speak to the likelihood of the alleged biological relationship relative to the likelihood of no biological relationship.
Half Avuncular
A half aunt/uncle DNA test is used to determine the statistical weight for an aunt/uncle and niece/nephew relationship between two individuals. “Half” means that the alleged aunt/uncle shares one of their biological parents with the alleged parent of the niece/nephew. The statistical result for the test will speak to the likelihood of the alleged biological relationship relative to the likelihood of no biological relationship. Please see the limitations of the testing. On average, aunts/uncles and their nieces/nephews (or grandparents and their grandchildren) share approximately 25% of their DNA, however, there is a possibility that an aunt/uncle and their niece/nephew or a grandparent and their grandchild do not share any DNA. In these situations, the reported statistic would be low. In fact the reported statistic could be so low as to indicate the tested individuals are not related, when in fact they are.
The DNA Lab is located at 2-335 Laird Rd, Guelph, ON N1G 4P7.
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Shipping
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We will make every effort to ship your order within the estimated time frame, however, we do not guarantee delivery times and will not be liable for any delay in delivery.
You are responsible for providing accurate shipping information and for any additional charges that may occur due to incorrect or incomplete shipping information. We will not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from incorrect or incomplete shipping information.
In case of any issues with the delivery of your order, such as lost or damaged packages, we will do our best to assist you in resolving the issue with the shipping provider. However, we will not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from the actions of the shipping provider.
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We will make every effort to have your order available for pick-up at the designated location within the estimated time frame, however, we do not guarantee pick-up times and will not be liable for any delay in availability.
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In case of any issues with the pick-up of your order, such as lost or damaged packages, we will do our best to assist you in resolving the issue with the third-party pick-up location. However, we will not be liable for any damages or losses resulting from the actions of the third-party pick-up location.
