What is a Toothbrush DNA Test?
A toothbrush DNA test is a forensic DNA analysis. This test extracts DNA from a toothbrush for comparative analysis to determine a biological relationship.
Common relationship types include:
- Paternity Test (Father and Child)
- Maternity Test (Mother and Child)
- Grandparent Test (Grandparent and Child)
- Sibling Test (Two Alleged Siblings)
- Avuncular Test (Aunt/Uncle with Niece/Nephew)
Can a paternity test with a toothbrush be done?
Yes. A paternity test with a toothbrush can be done. Performing a DNA test to determine paternity is possible. A home DNA testing option using a toothbrush cannot be used for any legal purpose.
How much does paternity testing with a toothbrush cost?
The cost of toothbrush test starts at $299.99. See our testing option below.
Order A DNA Test Kit
How To Get Started:
The process is simple to get started.
1. First step, contact Paternity Express by phone or you can purchase a kit online here.
2. After you purchase your kit. Please allow 24 hours or the next business day for your kit to ship to your home.
3. Once the kit has shipped you will be sent an email with the tracking information going to your home.
4. After you receive your kit. Follow the enclosed instructions carefully on how to collect your own samples. Complete the chain of custody form. Place your samples and chain of custody inside your prepaid return envelope.
5. Once your samples arrive at the lab. Please allow 2 to 3 business days for your results to be completed.
6. When your results are complete. One of our DNA relationship testing consultants will contact you and provide you with a result update. A copy will be sent to you by email and another copy will be sent by physical mail.
Please note: If you are a New York State resident you will not be able to purchase any Home DNA Testing kits due to the New York State Department of Health guidelines. Only legal DNA tests can be performed in New York State.
At-Home DNA Test Kit Contents:
- DNA Test Kit includes sample collection instructions
- Cheek swabs
- Consent form
- A prepaid return FedEx envelope
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long will take to receive my DNA results?
The average turnaround time to receive your DNA results is 2 to 3 business days from the date lab receives all specimen samples.
Upon the completion of your DNA analysis. A copy of of your results will be mailed to your home and another copy will be emailed to you.
What is the best method to handle a toothbrush sample for DNA testing?
If an alleged father, child, or both are unavailable to be tested and you are looking for answers. Using a toothbrush sample to perform a relationship test to determine paternity or another related relationship testing service may be a good option.
In order to properly use a toothbrush for paternity testing purposes. The first thing you must do is make sure the person you would like to have tested has used their toothbrush for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Next, assuming you a have toothbrush that has been used for the suggested time frame.
It is important that you make sure the toothbrush is not moist. The toothbrush must be completely dry and placed into a paper envelope. Please do not use plastic Ziploc bags to store your samples. Plastic may accumulate moisture and may contaminate your sample which may prevent the lab from producing a complete DNA profile for analysis.
How accurate is a DNA test using a toothbrush?
The effectiveness of using toothbrush sample is dependent upon the quality of the sample. The process used for DNA analysis is accurate but the quality of the sample submitted to the lab will determine if a DNA conclusion report is produced.
Can I use my toothbrush DNA test results for legal purposes?
No. Toothbrush DNA testing results can only be used for peace of mind purposes only.
Legal DNA tests require a chain of custody, DNA samples to be collected by an unbiased third-party DNA sample collector and the DNA analysis will be performed by our partner AABB accredited laboratory.
Please note, forensic samples like a toothbrush under normal circumstances do not meet the criteria for legal evidence submission. If you require a legal DNA testing please contact our office at 866-205-8356 to speak with one of our DNA consultants.
Will my information be kept private?
Your information will remain private. The lab does not share data collected for DNA analysis with third-party companies. DNA samples are stored for an average of three months before destruction. Data may be shared only by court order but not before the client being notified.
DNA Tests
At Home Paternity Test
At Home Sibling DNA Test
At Home Grandparent Test
At Home Maternity Test
At Home Y Chromosome Test
At Home Avuncular Test
At Home Twin Zygosity Test
At Home Infidelity DNA Test
At Home Hair DNA Test
DNA Locations
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Home Paternity Test North Carolina
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Home Paternity Test Texas
Why Choose Paternity Express
At Paternity Express Alabama, we understand the importance of getting accurate DNA testing results quickly and efficiently.
With over 16 years of experience in DNA testing and sample collection, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to providing you with top-notch service and support throughout your testing process.
We partner with an AABB accredited laboratories to ensure that you receive reliable results at an affordable price.