Deceased Father DNA Test
What is deceased father paternity test?
A deceased father genetic test is a DNA test that is performed on with a decease alleged father’s DNA sample and the child.
Common reasons
The most common reason DNA tests are performed on deceased fathers is for the child to acquire survivor benefits and to add the father’s name to the child birth certificate.
DNA Testing For Social Security Survivor Benefits
Survivor benefits are for unmarried couples who many times the alleged father’s name has not been added to the birth certificate of the child. If the presumed father passes away before his name has been added to the birth certificate. The mother of the child may seek to acquire benefits from Social Security for her child.
How does the paternity testing process work SS benefits?
We recommend contacting Social Security Benefits Department first before performing a paternity test to understand the criteria of evidence submission to prove a biological relationship.
If the deceased father’s has samples at the coroner’s or medical examiner’s office. Please contact them to inquire what type of samples are available. This information will be necessary to provide for one of DNA consultants to assist with the scheduling of appointments and the arrangement of the shipment the decease father’s genetic samples.
Deceased father’s samples are not available
What should I do if the deceased father’s samples are not available?
When the father’s samples are unavailable it is important that you speak with Social Security and inquire about alternative relationships they will accept to acquire survivor benefits.
Remember, DNA testing companies like Paternity Express are here to help facilitate your paternity testing process. We do not provide instruction on which type of DNA test Social Security will accept.
Alternative DNA testing options
If you are looking to establish paternity of a deceased biological father and his DNA samples are unavailable. The most common relationships that have been performed are Grandparent and Sibling DNA Tests.
Paternal Grandparent test
Grandparent DNA tests can be performed with one or both of the deceased father’s parents. If this is the testing option you perform please note it is recommended that the mother participate in the testing process to increase the accuracy of your results.
Sibling Test
A sibling DNA test is another effective option that is used to acquire survivor benefits. It should be noted that this option works if one of the siblings has their father’s name on their birth certificate.
DNA Sample Types
The most common samples used for the when a father is deceased is blood samples or hair samples. Sometimes bone samples are used when the previous mentioned options are not available. Femur bone samples are recommended because they have more DNA
Accuracy
Both testing options are viable options when performing Family Reconstruction Genetic Tests. Although sibling and grandparents are good alternative options but, if the alleged father’s samples are available this option is the most effective.
Turnaround Time
The average turnaround time for your results will depend on the type of sample from the deceased father is tested. On average the results will be completed in 2 to 3 business days.
Results
Upon the completion of your test. A copy of your results will be mailed to your home and a copy will be emailed to you.
Accreditation
All legal paternity testing and relationship testing services we provide are performed by our partner AABB Accredited DNA Testing laboratory.
This is important to note, only AABB Accredited lab results are recognized by government and state establishments nationwide.
Pricing
How much does this type of DNA test cost?
The cost for to perform a relationship with recently deceased father will depend the type of samples being tested.
If you are perform a Family Reconstruction Relationship Test (Grandparent or Sibling DNA Test) pricing starts at $525.00 and up. Sample collection fees are not included in the cost.
Where can I get a DNA test performed?
Paternity Express has thousands of facilities in our network that allows our DNA consultants to help schedule an appointment nationwide. Contact our office at 866-205-8356 to schedule an appointment.