DNA Testing Tips On Selecting Your DNA Provider

The market for paternity DNA testing, and a myriad of other genetic tests to establish biological relationships has increased tremendously. DNA testing is today more accurate than ever before given the huge scientific advances with the field of genetics. In the DNA testing tips below we try to answer the more common queries you might have.

How accurate are my DNA test results?

The accuracy of results depends on the laboratories used by the company of your choice. At easyDNA we use ISO 17025 accredited laboratories. ISO is an external body which monitors the processes undertaken by the laboratory. Ultimately, it means that to keep this accreditation the laboratory must follow strict technical procedures when carrying out DNA tests. ISO accreditation is a means of guaranteeing your results are reliable and have been undertaken in a professional way implementing sophisticated genetic testing procedures.

easyDNA laboratories analyze 16 genetic markers on DNA whilst other DNA testing companies might use less to save on costs and time. Using 16 genetic markers means that, for example, an alleged father will have a 99.99% inclusion of paternity and a probability of 0% should the alleged father have no biological relationship to the child. Such percentages leave no doubt as to whether an alleged father is in fact the biological father of a child or not. For more information about ISO Accreditation please visit ISO Accreditation and Accuracy.

Will I Be Adequately Informed by the Company?

The company you select for your DNA test should offer maximum technical support so as to make the process simple and easily understood. At easyDNA we offer all the necessary technical assistance, willingly answering any questions in order to help you out when deciding which test is most suited for you, methods of payment and other queries. The 7 years of experience easyDNA has in the DNA testing field means that our staff is highly competent and well-informed.

I Don’t Want People to Know I’m doing a DNA Test

The issue of privacy is very much at the centre of our concerns. When we send kits to the address provided by our clients, we send them in an unmarked envelope. Moreover, when we send results we send them by email or sometimes by post if so ordered by the client. Rest assured that to safeguard your confidentiality we do not give results over the phone (unless otherwise agreed to in advance) as we cannot identify the person on the phone on the basis of a few spoken personal details.

How Expensive are these DNA Tests?

The price varies depending on the type of test and the company you choose. At easyDNA we offer reasonable prices that are accessible to most pockets. easyDNA is a relatively big company and due to the economies of scale it can offer very competitive prices.

What about this DNA Testing Kit?

The kit you will receive contains the swabs, submission forms and the necessary instructions. The kit will be sent to you as soon as payment is received and will be received within two working days. Any kits sent to the northern territory could take longer. The envelope will not have easyDNA on it and thus, appears as any other item received in the post. For further insight into how to use the DNA testing kit review our online guide.

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