DNA tests to confirm family ties

Four different services depending on the case. Most are resolved with a painless buccal swab, no fasting required.

Paternity test

Compares the alleged father's genetic profile with the child's. Available as informational or legally valid.

Paternity during pregnancy

Done from week 10 using a blood sample from the mother. The baby is never touched.

Family relationship

For when the alleged father is unavailable: grandparents, siblings, or paternal uncles take part.

Carrier test

Checks whether a healthy person carries recessive variants they could pass on to their children. Used when planning a pregnancy.