Grandparentage Testing

Grandparentage testing can be used when there are lingering doubts about the parentage of a grandchild but the alleged father or mother is not available for testing. It is also useful to prove that they are biologically related to a grandchild in cases where the child may be denied having a relationship with the grandparents for any number of reasons.

Grandparent DNA testing is a powerful solution when a standard DNA test isn’t possible. When both grandparents are tested, grandparentage DNA testing can be over 99% accurate in determining biological relationships. If only one grandparent is available, testing may still be possible, though additional family members may be recommended to improve accuracy. Additional fees may apply.

This test is frequently used for:
• Establishing biological relationships
• Legal matters such as child support or estate claims
• Personal knowledge and family confirmation

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There are two types of DNA tests available: legal grandparentage testing and private grandparentage testing. Our fully accredited laboratory follows the same rigorous high-quality standards when processing both legal DNA tests and private DNA testing cases.

A legal grandparent 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 grandparent DNA testing include:
• Family court proceedings including will and estate claims
• Child support or custody disputes
• Birth certificate amendments
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

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.