Avuncular Testing

Avuncular DNA testing compares the DNA of a child with that of a biological full aunt or uncle (the sibling of the alleged parent) to establish a genetic relationship. Also known as an uncle DNA test or aunt DNA test.

Because full siblings share approximately 50% of their DNA, this test can strongly indicate whether the tested full aunt or uncle is related to the child — and therefore whether the missing parent is likely the biological parent.

There are two types of DNA tests available: legal avuncular testing and private avuncular testing. Our fully accredited laboratory follows the same rigorous high-quality standards when processing both legal DNA tests and private DNA testing cases. Avuncular DNA tests can be used when the allged father or mother is not available for testing.

A legal avuncular DNA test is required when results must be used for official or legal purposes. This type of testing follows a strict chain-of-custody process and is accepted by Canadian courts and government agencies.
Common reasons clients request court-admissible avuncular testing include:
• Family court proceedings
• Estate or inheritance disputes
• Parent is unavailable or refuses testing
• Family reunification
If you need a legal DNA test done, you can choose to come into one of our convenient testing locations across Canada or have a mobile unit sent to your home (in select areas). During the collection process, the individuals tested are positively identified through photographs and government-issued identification. Certified DNA specialists collect the DNA by doing a simple and painless mouth swab from the inside of the cheek. All information is documented on a Chain of Custody, which ensures all test results are accredited and legally admissible.
Once received at our laboratory, your results will be ready and sent via email within 5 to 7 business days, or for an additional $100.00 you can add a rush analysis which ensures your results are completed within 3 to 5 business days.

Private DNA tests are treated the same as legal DNA tests in the laboratory, and they’re just as accurate. The difference is you can collect the DNA samples yourself in the comfort of your own home. You will receive your kit in the mail along with easy-to-follow instructions, collection envelopes, mouth swabs and a client ID form. We also include a self-addressed envelope so you can send back your samples for testing.
✔ No court involvement
✔ Confidential and private
✔ Fast results
Once received at our laboratory, your results will be ready and sent via email within 5 to 7 business days, or for an additional $100.00 you can add a rush analysis which ensures your results are completed within 3 to 5 business days.

If you have further questions, please view the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact a Certified DNA Specialist toll-free at 1-877-477-5661.