How To Perform A DNA Sample Collection for DNA Testing
Posted on | March 14, 2008 | 8 Comments
DNA testing is most accurate method for confirming biological relationships between individuals. The most common form of testing nowadays is DNA Paternity testing, which is done to confirm the relationship between an alleged Father (and sometimes Mother) and a child.
If you are planning to do a DNA Paternity test, or any other DNA Relationship test, the following article provides you information on how to go about taking a sample of your DNA for DNA testing purposes.
The object of the exercise is to obtain a sample of cheek cells from which the scientists at the lab can extract DNA to match and identify genetic relationships. To do this, you’re going to need to take a swab sample from all of the parties involved, that is the mother, father and the child in a traditional paternity test situation. Don’t worry – it’s not at all painful and the whole process is very simple and straightforward.
To start with, instruct everyone partaking in the DNA test to avoid eating and drinking for at least half an hour prior to giving their sample to avoid any contamination of the sample that may negatively effect the testing. Additionally, it’s also advisable to avoid smoking for a period of one hour prior to submitting the sample for DNA testing.
The samples once collected should be clearly marked, labelling both the name and relationship of the party involved on the envelope provided, as well as in the submission sheet you should be provided with the DNA testing kit. The samples of each person should also be kept separate to avoid any risk of cross contamination which would also negatively the results of the DNA test. Normally the envelopes provided are colour coded to provide some form of differentiation. Clear administration of the samples is of paramount importance in protecting the accuracy of the test; therefore it is critical that you follow all instructions contained within your DNA kit sample pack.
When it comes to actually taking the samples, you will require two cotton swabs per person to ensure that in the event one of the swabs does not work, a second sample is available. With the swab end kept free from contact with anything that may contaminate the DNA, rub firmly against the inside of the cheek and tongue to gather saliva and cells which will contain the vital DNA material. In isolation from potential contaminants, and having refrained from touching the cotton end of the swab, the swab should be allowed a minimum period of around 60 minutes to dry off before it is sealed ready to go to the lab. Repeat this process for all the swabs required for each person taking the paternity test.
Once you’ve collected all the relevant samples and filled in the necessary documentation, it is time to send the pack off to the laboratory performing the DNA testing. It is normally advisable to send the DNA samples through a postal method that can be tracked such as registered mail or courier to ensure it arrives at the DNA testing laboratory.
Depending on how long your particular choice of testing laboratory tends to take, you could be waiting anywhere from a number of days to a number of weeks for the results of the DNA test to arrive.
For more information on DNA Paternity Testing and other DNA Tests contact easyDNA at www.easy-dna.com or www.easydna.co.uk
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October 3rd, 2009 @ 8:49 am
Hi my son is 17 and had a one night stand with a girl that also had two other one night stands . He is standing by her during pregnancy however he needs DNA once the baby is born before this child is included in our family. How soon after birth can this testing take place, how long before results arrive. Can the hospiatal arrange this or is it advisable to organise private independent testing. Time will be of the essence. Thank you
October 4th, 2009 @ 5:45 pm
Testing can commence as soon as the baby is born. You should have the kit already in hand in order to do it as soon as possible. It is recommended to rub the swab firmly on the inside of the mouth to try adn collect as many cells as possible.
October 5th, 2009 @ 7:48 am
Personally I am interested in the variety of DNA testing that is available from the archaeological utilization of mitochondrial to the paternity testing that you offer.
How long has this been in use in regard to a grass roots level where it is easily available to the public at such speed?
October 5th, 2009 @ 7:05 pm
DNA testing is so easy now.
My brother used easyDNA.
Received kit within 2 days, staff was amazing.
You can upgrade to EXPRESS TESTING ( Costs more , but worth it )
They send clients mouth swabs, so you do not have to poke the baby to draw blood.
Overall service A+
October 6th, 2009 @ 5:29 pm
I am really glad I did a paternity test, as all though I was quite sure who the father was, the slight doubt was causing big problems between us. We had the test done straight away once the baby was born and that way we had no problems when registering the birth. I feel much better now and whole process was much easier than I imagined.
October 6th, 2009 @ 9:55 pm
Yes I used easyDNA as well. I was a bit skeptic about purchasing a DNA test but from the moment I first contacted them I was guided throughout the whole process. They were readily available to answer all my question over the phone and e-mail and also have a very good after care. I was very pleased at how easy it is to test for DNA nowadays.
May 3rd, 2010 @ 10:41 am
how long can one keep dna samples be for having to send it in? an is it necesary for the mother to give a sample or would the father and child be enough?
July 31st, 2010 @ 5:02 pm
I want to know the test repoet of DNA matching of me and my daughter.
i want to know :
1. is ther any center in kolkata.
2. what is the amount of expenses.
3. is there any legal opstacle to test the dna of commome poeple?
please gime d address.and details.