Genetic Reconstruction DNA Test Can Aid in Disasters

7th February 2010

paternity-express-genetic-reconstructionAfter every major disaster, it will need to be proven or disproven which persons died and or whether children who cannot speak for themselves and are being claimed by adults are really biologically related to  that adult.  One of the ways the people in charge can make certain that they are turning over a minor child to a biological relative would be to conduct a DNA test.  There are many DNA tests which can prove beyond a shadow of a doubt whether a biological relationship between claiming parties truly exists.  

 

How can this be done? Well several ways, including but not limited to Genetic Reconstruction, under which the following testing fall: Paternity DNA testing, Maternity DNA testing, Avuncular DNA testing (using an uncle or aunt) , Siblingship (using known or proven brother or sister), Grandparentage DNA testing (using one or both grandparents). Forensic DNA testing may also be employed to determine whether a deceased person was a child’s actual parent and / or whether a surviving child is truly an orphan or related to a living person who is trying to claim that child.  Recently the earthquake in Haiti has left thousands of children orphans, however, among these children there may be ones who may have a surviving relative, or several surviving relatives.  One can almost be sure that the authorities will rely on DNA testing to prove biological relationships for the smallest ones who cannot speak for themselves to identify their relatives who are trying to claim them. Also, it is almost certain that the government may resort to DNA testing to identify deceased persons.  It is amazing just what a DNA test can reveal!  Genetic reconstruction uses a series of testing to determine whether a child is related to an alleged father’s close relatives. It is an alternate way to determine if a biological relationship exists among the tested parties.  Each person’s DNA profile is unique, but close relatives will share a significant portion of their DNA profiles because of the hereditary nature of DNA.

 

All that aside, results of genetic reconstruction may also be used as proof in getting Social Security benefit or matters of inheritance claims

DNA Maternity Tests

14th January 2009

A Maternity DNA test determines whether a woman could be the biological mother of a child. It is similar to the DNA paternity test, and compares the child’s DNA pattern with that of the alleged mother to determine how likely it is that the child has inherited DNA from the alleged mother.  Maternity tests are being used to prove:

  • biological relationships in immigration cases
  • confirm that an embryo conceived through in vitro fertilization was implanted into the correct woman
  • resolve baby mix-up in nurseries or reunite adoptees to their biological mother.

In a maternity test, the child, alleged mother, and biological father are tested. The father’s participation in the maternity test helps to exclude half of the child’s DNA, leaving the rest for comparison with the alleged mother. If the father is not available, a fatherless test may be done and this involves additional analysis, without an additional cost to our client.  Most recently the USCIS seems to be asking for maternity testing when biological relationship is being claimed between the mother and her offspring.  It should be noted that although they (USCIS) are requesting proof of a biological relationship by way of DNA testing, and will provide a list of panel doctors to the petitioner and the beneficiary, the expense for the test is the responsibility of the petitioner and the beneficiary.

Order your DNA maternity test online or ring us 1-888-292-4362. Our testing fee is reasonable and sample collection fee is minimal.  Note: Because additional procedures are required by the New York State Department of Health, collection fees may vary for appointments made in New York.)

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