Getting DNA relationship testing can save years of wondering or doubting if someone really is related by blood. The professional and discreet staff at AccuDNA in Saint Louis, MO, have been offering dependable DNA relationship testing in a clean and welcoming environment since 2005. Here, they explain how the process works, and how the results can reveal previously unknown familial ties.

DNA is hereditary material found in the cells that make up each person’s body. Half of that hereditary material comes from the mother’s side and the other half comes from the father. Medical professionals determine if two people are related by seeing if their genetic material matches. 

In the case of paternity testing, samples from the mother, her child and the potential father are provided to determine if the child’s genetic makeup matches the makeup of both the woman and the man. However, dependable DNA relationship testing can still occur even without the father’s DNA sample. The team at AccuDNA uses DNA samples from siblings to determine if they share the same parent or parents. The team is even able to test several siblings to determine if a family relationship exists.

Another option to determine a family relationship is using DNA samples from the supposed grandparents. If the supposed father is not available for testing, paternity can be determined through the samples of his parents. Both grandmother and grandfather should summit a sample for best results. Additionally, relationship testing can also be done through the DNA samples of a supposed aunt or uncle.

AccuDNA is the St. Louis community’s trusted source for paternity testing and legal DNA tests. Visit their website to see a full list of their discreet services. You can also call their office at (314) 845-9997 to make an appointment.