If you intend to take a paternity test or other relationship DNA testing, the following article gives you all necessary information on how to proceed to collect samples of your test.

The purpose of the exercise is to obtain samples of cheek cells from which scientists at the laboratory will extract DNA to examine and identify genetic relationships. To do this you will need to take with buccal swabs samples from those concerned to know the mother, father and child in the case example of traditional paternity test. Do not worry – it is not at all painful and the process is very simple and concise.

Before the start, we recommend that you ask all those involved in DNA test not to eat and drink at least 30 minutes before giving their samples, in order to avoid contamination of the sample that could negatively influence the test. It is also recommended not to smoke one hour before taking samples for DNA testing.

The samples once collected must be clearly marked indicating the names and roles of people involved on the envelope and the form supplied with the kit DNA sample. Samples of each person must also be stored separately to avoid any risk of contamination that could negatively influence the results of DNA testing. The envelopes are usually provided with color coded to help differentiate them. Carefully remove the samples is crucial for a reliable test for it is strongly recommended to carefully follow the instructions in the kit DNA sample.

The collection of samples you have in fact two rods per person buccal sample to allow all goes well if one fails. With cotton swab isolated from any contact that may contaminate the DNA, rub against the inside of the cheek to collect saliva and cells that contain DNA. Also in isolating the piece of cotton stem any possible infectious agent, let dry for about 60 minutes before sending to the laboratory. Follow the same process with the stems of sampling for all persons involved in paternity testing.

Once the samples are collected and filled the forms, you can send your package to the lab to conduct DNA testing. It is generally recommended to send DNA samples by mail as recommended to ensure their receipt by the laboratory.

You can get wherever you are on your DNA test results, which may take several days or weeks depending on the test chosen.