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Paternity / Maternity Testing

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Why you should call the Carlson Company about your DNA paternity testing needs now!

FREE CONSULTATION
Very completive testing fees
Offering both private and Chain of Custody paternity evaluations
Real person client care 7 days a week 7AM – 10PM MDT
Confidential, private, DNA lab testing services to meet your specific needs
No doctor’s referral required
Convenient in person or by mail test sample submission
Keep your identity anonymous when Chain of Custody* is not a consideration
Average test result turn around time, 2-3 business days, most cases
Your certified test report is court supportable with Chain of Custody* sample collection

Paternity Law Summaries by State

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	DNA self sample collection for mail in private paternity testing
	We do not send out DNA paternity sample collection kits.
	If you are in need of a private paternity test, not supported in a court of law, please follow the following directions.

1. Using cotton Q-Tips like you probably have in your medicine cabinet swab each sample donor using four (4) Q-Tips. Swab each of the two lower and upper cheek pockets ( where the outside of the gum line meets the inside of the cheek. Rotate the Q-tip 6-8 time in each pocket while applying light pressure.

2. Allow the buccal swabs to air dry for about 20 minutes and then place the four (4) Q-Tip samples for each sample donor in a separate, clean, white, mailing envelope with their name, address, phone number, and email on the face of the envelope. If you prefer to remain anonymous identify each envelope with the donors initials and indicate if they are either the alleged father (AF) or Child so we and you will know which is which. Example: DEK (AF) and JKK (Child).

3. Seal the DNA buccal Q-Tips sample envelopes in a third envelope and mail to:

The Carlson Company LLC

6660 Delmonico Dr. STE. D-425

Colorado Springs, CO 80919-1899

If you plan to send your DNA samples via UPS or FedEx our phone number is 719-531-6666

4. Include your email address so that we can return your paternity report to you by email or include a S.A.S.E. if you prefer to have the report mailed to you.

Allow 2-3 business days for your paternity report to be returned to you.

5. Applicable paternity testing fees:

ne alleged father and child -	$295.00 (Mother’s buccal not required)
Each additional alleged father or child -	$100.00

6. Acceptable Payment Forms- Check, Money Order, Credit or debit card Should you have any questions, please call 866-889-3410 or E-mail.

For Your Information:

Generally speaking human beings have 46 chromosomes that are the essence of reproduction. The blending of parental Chromosomes determines inherited traits of the offspring. This blending process creates a totally new human being. The chromosomes from each parent are blended excluding the two, one from each parent, that determines the sex of the offspring. The chromosome the mother contributes to the value of the pair has been assigned an “X” value. The father can contribute either an “X” or “Y” value. Therefore, if the father contributes an “X” value the sex of the offspring will be female. If the father contributes a “Y” value then the offspring will be male. The “y” chromosome route is easy to follow from father to son to son and so on.

Benefits of Establishing Paternity

The establishment of paternity in unmarried births is seen as one way to address the deprivations associated with out-of-wedlock parentage. Among the recognized medical benefits to paternity establishment is knowledge about the father’s genetic background, including potential inherited disorders which allow appropriate medical care to be provided, and the possibility of the father being the life-saving donor of bone-marrow, a kidney or other organs in a medical emergency. The emotional and psychological benefits of paternity include the opportunity to identify with the paternal half of a child’s ancestral roots, and to know and explore family heritage, culture and religious ties. Paternity may also lead to the opportunity to establish a parent-child relationship and the exercise of paternal contact and access to the paternal family. Among the many social entitlements that ensue from paternity are the ability to realize inheritance proceedings, survivor benefits through social security, and dependent benefits under workman’s compensation if the father is injured on the job. If the father is a member of the armed forces, or becomes a member, paternity can lead to monthly dependent benefits, educational benefits and military health care and insurance. Finally, paternity establishment may lead to important financial benefits. Evidence of paternity is needed if the mother wants child support. Evidence of paternity can also lead to dependent health care coverage if the father’s employer has insurance and a share of unemployment compensation if the father is unemployed.

Why you should proceed with paternity testing now and take control of your uncertainty

The child and mother most certainly deserve and have a right to know who the biological father is. The AF (alleged father) needs to know. The child’s conception and birth were not of their choice but yours. The child needs to identify and bond with it’s biological father and family to enjoy the feeling of belonging. The child needs to be wanted and loved. Families, relatives, and friends of the father and mother want and need to know for any number of reasons including those dealing with potential blood or organ transplant reasons who the biological father is. We answer your questions and assist you through the entire process so why wait any longer?

List of Alternate DNA Sources useable as primary or reference DNA samples

Band Aids, feminine products, diabetic glucose sticks, diabetic syringe Blankets, pillows, bed sheets Body Fluids-blood, urine, saliva, semen, vaginal secretions, perspiration, tears, nasal mucous. Bone Bottle, can, or glass that the subject has drank from Dental floss Dentures Dirty laundry Electric or safety razor clippings Eyeglasses Facial tissue, cotton swab Fingernail, toe nail, clippings Chewing gum Hair with roots or follicles attached, hair brush, comb, hair strands on clothing Hats Other Sources – drinking straws, toothpicks, toothbrushes, facial tissues, cotton swabs, partially eaten food, facial wipes. Post mortem tissue, blood, hair, other bodily fluids, cremains (cremation remains e.g. ash/bone, etc. may be a suitable DNA source) Stamps or envelopes that require licking Teeth, false or bridge, retainers Tissue – skin cells, feces, mucous, tears, saliva Smoked cigarette butts with or without filters, pipe stems, cigarette holders, used chewing tobacco plugs, roll your own cigarettes

DNA Testing can provide answers for you

We strongly recommend that you select a DNA firm that offers the greatest degree of accuracy and top notch service to fill your DNA testing needs. Price only should not be the entire basis of your choice. Sacrificing accuracy, reliability, and great customer service should always outweigh our competitor’s discount pricing. The accuracy of your DNA test results is extremely significant to you, your child and all family members. After all, this is personally and discreetly about you, your offspring, your mate, your lover. We want you to gain peace of mind that only DNA testing can give you. We believe that you deserve the very best that DNA testing technology has to offer so look no further.

Typical questions about DNA Paternity Testing

What is the youngest age at which a child’s DNA can be tested?

Immediately following birth. chord blood or buccal (saliva). We can come to you for DNA sample collections at the hospital or your home

Is there any difference in testing accuracy when comparing a buccal DNA swab sample to a DNA blood sample?

No.

How is a buccal DNA sample collected?

Cotton tipped swabs are placed on both sides of the pocket area where the base of the cheek meets the donor’s jawbone also know as the buccal cavity. This area is briskly rubbed 8-12 times with the swab to collect what are called epithelial cells from the inside of the cheek which contain DNA.

Does the presence of saliva, food, bacteria, toothpaste or tobacco affect the accuracy of a DNA test?

Usually not although we recommend that the oral cavity be rinsed with water prior to sample collection.

Are other tests conducted on the buccal sample in addition to the DNA evaluation?

Absolutely not.

Can paternity be established without collecting a buccal sample from the mother?

Yes, we test the alleged father and child only.

Would the mother, child, and alleged father need to meet at the same geographic location for DNA sample collections?

Is it possible for the mother to test with DNA that is not that of the child?

Yes, but extremely unlikely. A possible mix up at the hospital birthing center may have occurred.

Do each of us have unique DNA characteristics?

Yes, these characteristics or genes are the building blocks of your physical and mental composition. Simply said, genes make you who you are. Your parents, their parents, and their ancestors all contribute to your genetic structure.

If the alleged father is deceased is it still possible to determine paternity. Yes, upon his death, the County Corner may have a blood sample that might have been drawn for drug and alcohol levels in storage that you can acquire. If the deceased was under the care of a doctor and/or hospital prior to passing they may have blood or urine samples in storage that would make excellent DNA test samples, Contact them to find out. The alleged father’s father, his grandfather, his brothers and uncles could be considered for dna paternity evaluation. If an autopsy was performed the coroner may have collected blood and tissue samples, contact the County Coroner. Perhaps a lock of hair from the deceased was presented to the surviving spouse or another family member. A root or follicle attached to a hair strand is an excellent source of DNA.

What is the most common DNA sample collected for paternity analysis?

The buccal (cheek) sample is now the world standard.

What is Chain of Custody, court ordered paternity, or private paternity testing?

If you have other questions call us now seven days a week for a free, no obligation, consultation. Yes, the call is toll free 866-889-3410 (toll free) or Email

Collect your DNA paternity samples in the privacy of your home or request a Chain of Custody sample collections.

Paternity Law Summaries by State

Note: The above link is a general discussion of state paternity laws and is not to be considered as legal advice. The link provides general information as a convenience for our site visitors to review. We suggest that you contact a local attorney with expertise in paternity and/or family law

Please note: The mother of the child or children is not required to submit a DNA buccal sample unless so ordered by the court pertaining to a Chain of Custody sample collection.

Do not send credit card information by mail or email. Call our toll free number, 1-866-889-3410 with your credit card info. and we will gladly assist you.

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