Prenatal DNA Testing

Are you pregnant and want to confirm paternity
before the child is born?

Genelex Prenatal DNA Testing can help.

Process for a Prenatal DNA test:

1. Contact your physician or ob/gyn as soon as possible to determine if you are a candidate for amniocentesis or CVS sampling. Keep in mind that because this is an invasive procedure and has the potential to cause harm to the fetus; the physician may be unwilling to perform the procedure. Amnio Testing refers to paternity testing performed with amniotic fluid obtained through amniocentesis - this is typically performed between 13 to 20 weeks’ gestation. Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) is a procedure that involves the removal of a small amount of placental tissue for analysis, this is typically performed between 8-11 weeks. What about non-invasive prenatal paternity testing?

2. If your physician is willing to perform the procedure, set an appointment time, then call Genelex with your physician's address so we can send the proper forms and collection container directly to him or her.Call our Paternity expert at 800-523-3080 to place an order or Request a Call.

3. Your dedicated DNA Testing Consultant will explain the step-by-step process to complete your test, and answer any questions you may have. They will send you a self-collection kit, or schedule an appointment for all other tested individuals at one of our 2200 DNA Collection sites or with a mobile collector.

4. As soon as the samples are collected, the collector will ship them to Genelex using the prepaid return FEDEX shipping included with your kit.

5. Results will be sent in 5-7 business days in the format you requested (mail, email and/or fax). Expedited testing is available in as little as one day for an additional fee. Copies of the chain of custody documents can also be included at your request.

You can order your test at 800-523-3080 or Request a Call.

Below is a summary of our Responsibilities and Obligations to you:

Perform the most accurate test humanly possible. Our standards require that we perform as much testing as needed to prove or disprove paternity in every case. Fortunately, we have the broadest spectrum of identity tests available today. Our standards for accuracy and certainty are inspected and accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks Parentage Testing Committee.

Maintain Confidentiality. Every client’s address, phone number and other personal information is held in confidence. We send a report of results to all tested adults, but without express written order will not release any personal information to the other parties. And, of course, our testing and records are in a verifiable, secure facility and unavailable to unauthorized personnel.

Keep you fully informed. I’m trained to explain our services and procedures in a language that is easy to understand. Our experience has shown us that this is usually not an easy time for our clients. That's exactly why we’ll track your case, keep you informed and give you a clear test result that can help you with both your current and future needs.

Contact a DNA Testing Consultant at 800 523-3080 today with any questions or to set up the testing.

What about non-invasive prenatal paternity testing?
Non-invasive prenatal paternity testing uses the maternal blood to get a sample for both the child and the baby. This testing method is not an AABB approved method for determing paternity. With over 20 years of experience, we know our clients need to be certain of their paternity testing results. We do not offer this test because it can provide inaccurate results.