DNA Forensic Testing
Whether you just want to confirm the gender of a DNA sample donor, or Substitute a sample for DNA
analysis testing with a sample that is more readily available, Paternity Testing Centres of Canada can
extract and analyze the material to get the results you need. These specific types of DNA testing
typically provide conclusive results. Paternity Testing Centres of Canada can also run powerful DNA
Comparative analyses to identify the initial DNA source.
Forensic testing is a type of DNA Profile.
Although 99% of human DNA make up is similar in every person, enough of the DNA is different, and
specifically unique to each person to be able to distinguish one individual from another. Much like a
finger print, everyones DNA make up is specific to them, and there for it is the best way to determine
things.
Pricing
Forensic testing cost is $250.00 and up. Please call 1-877-777-4004 to get more information in each individual case.
Sample | General Comments | Packaging Comments | Success Rate |
Collected swab sample | Buccal (oral cheek swab) samples for genetic comparison to non-standard samples | Ship as indicated on instructions | 99% |
Blood (whole) | Medical blood draw in Vacutainer Tube | Ship in original tube | 99% |
Blood stains | Band Aids, tampons, blood tissues | Ship in proper envelope | 75% |
Cigarette butts | 2 to 4 Butts | Ship in proper envelope | 65% |
Clothing | Hats, underwear, bandana | Ship in paper bag | 50% |
Dental floss | Do not touch floss with your fingers | Ship in paper envelope | 75% |
Ear wax | Cotton swab or Q-tip | Ship in paper envelope | 75% |
Electric razor clippings | Place in paper envelope | Ship in paper envelope | 50% |
Gum | Do not touch gum with your fingers. Sugar-free gum is preferred | Ship in plastic zip-lock bag | 75% |
Hair | Roots or follicles must be attached. Hair from a brush or comb may not work. Need at least 6-10 hairs | Ship in plastic zip-lock bag | 80% |
Nails (finger/toe) | Freshly cut nails work best | Ship in plastic zip-lock bag | 75% |
Razors | Place razor in a paper envelope | Ship in paper envelope | 40% |
Sperm/Semen | Condoms, undergarments, clothing, Liquid semen: absorb suspected semen sample onto a clean cotton swab. Air-dry the swab for 1 hour. Dried semen stains: absorb semen stain onto a clean cotton swab moistened with distilled water. Air-dry | Ship in paper envelope | 90% |
Toothbrush | Air-dry the toothbrush for 30-60 minutes | Ship in paper envelope | 75% |
Toothpick | Do not touch the toothpick with your fingers. | Ship in paper envelope | 65% |
Used Handkerchief | Nasal Mucous. Place in paper envelope | Ship in paper envelope | 95% |
Used Kleenex | Nasal Mucous. Place in paper envelope | Ship in paper envelope | 90% |