Getting a DNA test in India is pretty straightforward and simple. All you have to do is contact a certified and accredited DNA testing provider, explain your requirements, and provide your DNA sample.
Now you can get a DNA test for peace of mind, legal or other purposes.
But..
“How to do a DNA test”?
“How to do DNA test at home?”
“How much DNA tests cost in India?”
If you are intrigued by such questions, don’t worry! In this comprehensive blog, we will provide you with all the necessary information related to getting a DNA test in India.
Let’s begin with the most basic question first.
What is a DNA Test?
A DNA test analyzes a person’s genetic material — Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) — to reveal unique biological information. This information is useful in confirming the genetic, that is, the biological linkage between two or more individuals.
Common Applications of DNA Testing:
- Relationship testing: To establish biological connections between alleged relatives. A paternity test for father-child, maternity testing for mother-child, grandparentage test for grandparents-grandchildren relationships.
- Forensic investigation: DNA testing for crime scene investigations to find out and convict suspects.
- Medical applications: To detect the possibility of a person getting a disease, especially when there has been a history of such diseases in the family.
- Ancestry and genealogy: To trace down the origin, migration, lineage, and ethnicity of the ancestors.
Is DNA Test Legal In India?
Yes, getting a DNA test in India for peace of mind and any other purpose is legal. However, it is important to note that you have to complete the formalities of the testing lab, like filling out the consent form, DNA test requisition form, and presenting proof of photo ID, etc.
In cases where the honorable Court of Law is involved in hearing a matter where DNA testing is required, then additional formalities are required. Such tests are called Court-Approved or simply
Legal DNA Tests. In this type of DNA testing, the DNA samples are collected in the courtroom or in the presence of a court-appointed representative. Moreover, the reports are shared directly with the hearing judge and not the tested parties.
How To Do A DNA Test?
There are well-equipped DNA testing labs where you can visit in person and submit your DNA sample for the test. However, if you find yourself constrained in terms of time, convenience, or privacy, you can always do your DNA test at home.
How To Do A DNA Test at Home?
Step 1: Order your DNA testing kit: Order your DNA test kit from our website. You can also talk to our customer service representatives to get your test-related and additional details before you place your order. As soon as we have received your order, we will dispatch your kit.
Step 2: Receiving the kit: When you receive the kit at your home or any other address, make sure the kit is not opened or tampered with. Our kit contains a consent form and buccal swabs for multiple and separate envelopes to pack the swabs of each tested party separately.
Step 3: Follow the instructions & collect the sample: First, read all the instructions carefully. Then, get the parties to be tested to sign the consent form and label the individual envelopes with their names, ages, relationships, etc. Once labeled, start by collecting one person’s DNA sample at a time. Before packing it into the corresponding envelope, let the swabs dry at room temperature, without any blower or artificial heating source. Repeat this step for all the tested parties.
Step 4: Pack all the materials and send back: Our kit package has our test facility’s address already printed on top. Then, place all samples and the consent form into the kit package, remove the adhesive tapes, and seal it carefully. Now add your name and contact number in the empty fields just below the printed address and send it via a trusted courier service provider.
Please note that DNA testing can be done using other biological samples, like blood, body tissues, hair, nails, etc. However, the buccal swabs are more durable and easy to store and transport. Therefore, they are the preferred specimen type for a DNA test globally.
Can DNA Tests Be Done During Pregnancy?
Yes, you can get a DNA Test during pregnancy. Now, there are two different scenarios one may refer to as “getting a DNA test during pregnancy”:
Scenario 1: When the female has to undergo a test, say her own paternity, maternity, or siblingship.
Scenario 2: When the paternity of the baby she is carrying in her womb is to be confirmed before the baby’s birth.
In scenario 1, there is absolutely no concern if she is pregnant or not. This is because, like the other tested parties for that particular test, she also has to give her cheek swab for the DNA sample. There is no invasive procedure involved, and the swabs used are of the highest purity and perfectly sterilized. As a result, there is no risk of infection or any other health risk while she is getting a DNA test.
In the second scenario, DNA testing is aimed at finding the paternity of the child in the womb. Non-invasive prenatal Paternity Testing (No Sex Determination) is safe for both the mother and the baby.
Invasive Vs. Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity DNA Test
(No Sex Determination)
One must be careful when selecting the lab where the test is intended to be carried out. If the lab uses an outdated, invasive process like Chronic Villous Sampling or Amniocentesis for DNA sampling, it could be highly risky. These methods require puncturing the womb to collect tissues or amniotic fluid and carry the risk of infections, premature labor, and miscarriages. However, if you go for the Non-invasive Prenatal paternity Test, the mother only has to give a small amount of her venous blood. From this blood, the free-floating cell-free fetal DNA (DNA of the fetus) is collected. This cell-free fetal DNA acts as the DNA sample of the baby in the womb, while the alleged father gives his buccal swab or blood sample.
To sum up, getting a DNA test during pregnancy is safe if you go for the non-invasive methods, like the one provided by DDC Laboratories India .
How Much DNA Test Costs In India?
Usually, the DNA test cost in India depends upon factors, like:
- Certifications and accreditations of the testing lab/company
- The complexity of the test to be carried out
- Number of people involved
- Preferred reporting time
- Legal formalities (if required)
If you want to know about our DNA testing prices, you can visit our Buy Online page.
For a general idea, if you want to get our Peace of Mind relationship DNA Test, it can cost you somewhere around 12,000 INR + GST. However, the price goes up if you want a relationship DNA test for a legal/court case, as there are different types of formalities involved in Legal DNA Testing. At DDC Laboratories India , we are the only private DNA testing company that provides legal DNA tests.
If you wish to learn more about getting your test or the DNA Test Cost in India, you can call us at +91 8010177771 or WhatsApp at +91 92666 15552.
