The PRO-DNA Paternity Test offers a clear unequivocal answer. If the presumed father is in fact the biological father, the paternity test will be confirmed with a minimum probability of 99.95%. If the presumed father is not the biological father, the probability of paternity will be 0%.
The PRO-DNA Paternity Test is performed using samples collected at home, provided that you do not need the results of the DNA analysis for legal purposes (see below for our legally admissible option). Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the completion of the DNA test as well as instructions and consent forms.
Legally Admissible Test
If you need the results of the DNA test to be used in a legal context, Warnex offers a service that ensures the admissibility of the test results in court. Simply contact us to make an appointment in one of our collection centres near you. For the results to be legally admissible, all of the participants must go to the collection centre, present official identification with a photograph (ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and supply us with a photograph, after which the samples will follow a strict chain of custody.
Prenatal Paternity Test
Warnex offers a prenatal paternity test for expecting mothers who wish to obtain paternity results before the birth of the child. The prenatal paternity test requires a sample of amniotic fluid, which can be obtained at the same time as testing for foetal anomalies. However, if you prefer to wait until after the baby is born, our buccal swab sampling procedure is painless and very easy to perform on a newborn. Please contact us if you would like to order a prenatal paternity test and we will inform you of the procedure.
Warnex also offers the Prenatest® Prenatal Screening Test to inform the expecting mother of the risk that her foetus is affected by Down syndrome (trisomy 21), trisomy 18 and other chromosomal abnormalities (ex. Trisomy 13). For more information, visit www.prenatest.ca.
Post-Mortem Paternity Test
Warnex can perform a paternity test even when the person concerned is deceased. A variety of biological samples (biopsy, blood clot, hair, etc.), even if they are several years old, can be used for DNA tests as the DNA molecule is extremely stable. Please contact us if you would like to order a post-mortem paternity test and we will inform you of the procedure.
Results
Results of the test are obtained within 10 working days following the receipt of the samples at our laboratory. We also offer an accelerated service by which results may be obtained after 3 days. Results are transmitted by registered mail only to the person who paid for the test, unless indicated otherwise, as specified in the forms submitted with the kit.
Cost
The PRO-DNA Paternity Test includes at-home sampling and DNA analysis for three (3) participants: the child, the mother and the presumed father.
| PRO-DNA Paternity Test | $480 |  |
|---|---|---|
| Options: | ||
| Legal admissibility | $165 | |
| Additional participant | $150 | |
| 3-day service | $250 | |
| Canadian dollars | ||
A reduced rate is available to individuals who are admissible for legal aid. For more information, contact your local legal aid office or consult the Commission des services juridiques website.
Sample
The DNA test is performed on a buccal swab sample (saliva). Since every cell of our body contains the same DNA, it is possible to extract each participant’s DNA from collected saliva cells and perform the requested genetic analysis. This simple, painless type of collection procedure yields results that are as reliable as blood sampling results. Moreover, it can be performed as easily on a newborn or child as on an adult.
Consent
All participants must complete and sign a consent form. In the case of a minor, the mother must complete and sign the child's consent form, as well as participate in the test. Before performing the test, our laboratory will verify each person's consent by telephone. We do not conduct any tests without the knowledge of the parties concerned.
How to Order
Online
Order online using our secure website. For the security of our customers, credit card information is transferred to the financial institution; Warnex does not have access to credit card information.
Telephone
Call us at (450) 663-6724 ext. 247 or toll-free at 1-888-988-1888 ext. 247.
Fax
Fill out the following form and fax it to us at (450) 663-4428.