At-Home Paternity DNA Test | Father & Child Home DNA Test
About This At-Home Paternity DNA Test The My Forever DNA® At-Home Paternity DNA Test Kit helps families privately confirm a biological father-child relationship from home with trusted lab standards, accurate results, and real human support. 99.999%+ Accurate probability of paternity when paternity is confirmed, tested through a trusted U.S. AABB-accredited and CAP-certified laboratory partner. 24 DNA Genetic Markers + Dual Processing with advanced review for added accuracy, consistency, and confidence. All lab fees included, with no surprise processing fees after purchase. Free FedEx shipping both ways for fast, trackable delivery and return. Fast 1-3 day results after accepted lab receipt. No online portal required, no kit activation, and no barcode registration. Suitable for all ages, including children, adults, and multiple-child testing options. Simple, pain-free cheek swab collection from home. AABB & CAP Laboratory Accreditation for Accuracy, Quality & Reliability My Forever DNA® is committed to delivering one of the most trusted and accurate at-home paternity DNA testing experiences available. Each paternity DNA test is processed through a U.S.-based laboratory partner with verified AABB accreditation and CAP certification, using 24 DNA genetic marker testing, dual processing, and expert scientific review for added accuracy and confidence. This advanced testing process helps provide clear, reliable answers when the truth truly matters. Learn more on our About Our Laboratory page. How an At-Home Paternity DNA Test Works An at-home paternity DNA test compares genetic markers between an alleged father and a child to determine whether the man is the biological father. Every child inherits 50% of their DNA from their biological mother and 50% from their biological father. The lab looks at 24 DNA genetic marker locations and confirms whether the child's inherited paternal markers match the alleged father's markers. When paternity is confirmed, results typically show 99.999% or higher probability. When paternity is excluded, exclusion is 100%. How Accurate Is an At-Home Paternity DNA Test? Accuracy depends on two things: the quality of the samples and the standards of the lab that processes them. Our lab is US-based, AABB-accredited, and CAP-certified. Every case runs at 24 DNA genetic markers with dual processing, meaning each sample is tested twice and reviewed for consistency before results are released. When collection is done correctly with the included cheek swabs, at-home paternity test accuracy matches accuracy on legal chain-of-custody tests processed at the same lab. When to Add the Mother's Cheek Swab A paternity test doesn't require the mother's sample, but including it can strengthen the result in some scenarios. The mother's DNA lets the lab identify which markers in the child came from the maternal side, isolating the paternal-side markers for the comparison. Including the mother is optional and there's no extra fee to add her sample. Coordinate with your specialist if you want to include her. Cheek Swab Collection at Any Age The kit works for participants of any age, from newborns to adults. Cheek swab collection is painless and takes about a minute per swab. There are no needles, no blood, and no medical procedures involved. Because the collection is non-invasive, you don't need a doctor's referral or a court order to order the kit. Need a Different Paternity Testing Option? If this standard at-home paternity DNA test is not the best fit, My Forever DNA® offers additional private DNA testing options. Testing people in different locations? If the potential father and child are in different locations, our Multiple Location Paternity DNA Test may be a better fit. Need to collect and return samples today? If you prefer not to have a physical kit shipped to your home, our DIY Digital Paternity DNA Test may be the best option. Clarity, Care & Transparency For informational use only. This product is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or assess any medical condition. To learn more about product transparency, privacy, responsible advertising, and customer trust, visit our Trust & Transparency Statement. This at-home DNA test kit is not intended for legal or court-admissible purposes unless a legal chain-of-custody test is specifically purchased. To learn more, visit our Legal DNA Testing options.