This process does required an invasive procedure performed by the mother’s OB/Gyn.  The mother in this case must be at least ten weeks along.  Between the tenth and twelfth weeks the procedure that must be performed is called a CVS (Chorionic villus sampling).  After the twelfth week and before the twenty-first week an Amniocentisis would be required to collect the sample for testing.   Because both of these procedures can pose significant risk in a pregnancy IDENTIGENE does not recommend these procedures when Paternity is the only question.  I would recommend consulting with your doctor or genetic counselor for more advice about these procedures and their potential risks.

After the sample for the child is collected to complete the DNA Testing a sample for the alleged father and mother must be collected with our cheek swabs.  This type of DNA Paternity test will generally take two to four weeks to complete once we have received your samples.  You can find more information about this type of DNA testing on our website at: http://www.dnatesting.com/dna-paternity-testing/prenatal-paternity-test.php.

While this DNA Test is not used as frequently as others it can be invaluable in resolving the questions that may be keeping you or a loved one up at night.   Next time, I will write more about the most common test we perform.  The DNA Paternity Test for peace of mind.  In the mean time if you have any questions or have ideas about DNA Testing topics you would like to hear more about send me an email at: kstyer@identigene.com