DNA TESTING IN MICHIGAN
Establishing paternity in Michigan involves DNA testing, a scientific method used to confirm a biological relationship and determine the probability of paternity with 99.99% accuracy. A DNA paternity test evaluates genetic markers short tandem repeats (STRs) inherited from both biological parents.
These STR profiles are compared between the child and the alleged father to establish a biological relationship. Dr. David Foran, Director of the Forensic Science Program at Michigan State University, stated that DNA testing has become an increasing standard for forensic laboratories due to its sensitivity.
Secure DNA offers paternity testing and related DNA testing services to help determine parent-child, sibling, grandparent, and maternity relationships for both legal and non-legal situations for Michigan residents.
All DNA samples submitted are processed and tested by our partner laboratory accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB). This accreditation ensures all DNA tests meet the highest industry standards, and all legally admissible results will be recognized by family courts, immigration agencies, and embassies worldwide.
Learn more about the DNA testing services we provide below.
Michigan DNA Testing Services
Legal Paternity Testing:
is a genetic testing process that determines a biological relationship between an alleged father and child. This option require a strict chain of custody, DNA sample collection performed by a independent sample collector and all DNA specimens collected are tested and analyzed by a partner AABB accredited lab. The results from this test options can be used for the following:
- Paternity Establishment
- Adding a father’s name to a birth certificate
- Inheritance
Pricing starts at $375.00. Click the button below to learn more about the process.
At-Home DNA Test:
is a genetic testing process that determines a biological relationship between an alleged father and child. This is a non legal paternity test for informational use only. Results from this option cannot be for legal purposes.
Immigration DNA Test in Michigan
Immigration DNA testing is a procedure suggested by USCIS to verify family relationships for visa applications. Click the button below to learn more or call 888-970-4211.
Sibling DNA Test:
This DNA testing option helps to determines if two individuals share a common parent. Pricing starts at $299.99. Click the button below to learn more about the process.
Grandparent DNA Test:
This DNA testing option helps to determines establishes the biological relationship between paternal grandparents and grandchildren. Pricing starts at $299.99. Click the button below to learn more about the process.
Maternity Test:
This DNA testing option helps to determines establishes the biological relationship between a mother and child. Pricing starts at $199.99. Click the button below to learn more about the process.
Infidelity DNA Test:
This DNA testing option helps to determines establishes the biological relationship between a mother and child. Pricing starts at $199.99. Click the button below to learn more about the process.
How Much Is a DNA Test in Michigan?
DNA testing costs in Michigan non-legal DNA Testing starts at $199.99. Legal DNA Testing starts $350.00.
Same-day DNA testing is available for non-legal dna tests. Please call 888-970-4211 for details regarding this service.
How Long Does Paternity Testing Take in Michigan?
Results are available in 2 to 3 working days after the lab receives all samples.
What is the process for scheduling an appointment?
Scheduling an appointment is simple. Call 888-970-4211 to schedule an appointment today. We provide sample collection facilities and mobile collection professional to collect your DNA samples at your location throughout the entire state of Michigan.
DNA Testing Near Me Locations
Ann Harbor
Detroit
Grand Rapids
Kalamazoo
Lansing
Traverse City
Paternal Services:
Home Paternity Test
Legal Paternity Test
Prenatal Paternity Test
Parentage DNA Testing
DNA Testing Services:
Sibling DNA Test
Grandparent DNA Test
Avuncular DNA Test
Maternity DNA Test
Forensic DNA Services:
Infidelity DNA Test
DNA Testing w/Hair
DNA Testing w/Toothbrush
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan DNA Testing
How Do I Get a Court-Ordered Paternity Test in Michigan?
A family court judge issues court-ordered paternity testing in Michigan. The mother or alleged father must file a paternity petition form with the family court. Once accepted, an order for a paternity test will be issued.
How Long Does a Court-Ordered Paternity Test Take?
Court-ordered DNA tests generally take 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the court’s workload. Tests performed by DNA Express outside of family court average 2 to 3 working days.
What is the difference between legal and non-legal DNA tests?
Below are the differences between peace of mind and legal DNA tests.
Legal Testing:
A Legal DNA Test is relationship tests that requires the establishment of a chain of custody, DNA samples collect by trained DNA sample collector and the specimens collect will be tested by a partner AABB accredited DNA testing laboratory. The accreditation ensures your results will be recognized by family courts and immigration agencies nationwide.
Common Uses For Legal DNA Tests:
- Adding a biological father’s name to a birth certificate
- Child Custody
- Establish the paternity of a child
- Immigration evidence submission
- Peace of Mind
- Social Security Benefits
- In-vitro Fertilization
- Inheritance
Non-legal Testing:
Non legal DNA tests are genetic tests that are performed for informational purposes only. The results from a non-legal peace of mind tests are not legally admissible documents because they do not require a chain of custody.
All DNA samples submitted to the laboratory are tested and analyzed the same way as legal DNA tests. Call 888-970-4211 to schedule an appointment in Michigan or to purchase a home DNA test kit.
How accurate are DNA tests in Michigan?
Testing conducted by our partner laboratory meets high industry standards. When properly conducted, legal paternity testing typically yields a probability of biological relationship of 99.99% or higher in confirmed cases.
Is my information confidential?
All DNA specimens and results remain private. Specimens are retained for three months before destruction. DNA results are released only to the participants involved in your DNA test. An unrelated third party receives results only if a court order is presented to the lab. The lab will notify the client before releasing results.
Can I Perform a Prenatal Paternity Test in Michigan?
Yes, prenatal paternity testing is available in Michigan. We provide invasive prenatal DNA testing services that need the mother’s OB-GYN. This testing occurs during the weeks when amniocentesis or Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) can be performed. To inquire about this or schedule an appointment today call 888-970-4211.