Type
Genetic Testing
Duration
20 min
Sample
Buccal swab or blood
What's included
4 deliverables in this treatment
- Sample collection (buccal swab or blood) for the participants
- STR DNA profiling and statistical relationship analysis
- Written result report (informational or court-admissible)
- Chain-of-custody documentation for the expert test
The laboratory provides DNA paternity and kinship testing using standard STR profiling of buccal swab or blood samples. A personal (informational) test answers the question privately for the participants, while the expert test follows a documented chain-of-custody procedure so the result is admissible as evidence in court and official proceedings. Both establish biological relationship with very high statistical certainty.
About this treatment
DNA relationship testing compares short tandem repeat (STR) markers across the genome between the tested individuals. Because each person inherits half of their DNA from each biological parent, comparing a child's profile with an alleged father's profile establishes or excludes paternity with very high statistical certainty. The same approach extends to wider kinship questions such as sibling, grandparent, or other relationship analyses.
Two service levels are offered. The personal (informational) test is intended for private peace of mind: samples — typically buccal (cheek) swabs — can be provided more flexibly and the result is for the participants' own information only. The expert test is conducted under a strict chain-of-custody protocol, with verified identity and documented sample collection, producing a report that meets the standards required for use in court, immigration,…
Results report a probability of relationship (or exclusion) based on the combined STR marker comparison. The laboratory advises on the appropriate service level and the samples required depending on whether the result is needed informally or for legal use.
Good to know
- Sample
- Buccal swab or blood
- Method
- STR DNA profiling
- Levels
- Personal (informational) or expert court-admissible
Who is this for?
Confirming biological relationships privately or for legal, immigration, or inheritance proceedings
About the clinic
Reviews, team and credentials
Independent review links and clinic-reported team information.
Clinical team
The laboratory is headed by RNDr. Jitka Kadlecová, Ph.D., supported by a team of cytogenetic and molecular genetic specialists with long-term laboratory experience in prenatal and postnatal genetic diagnostics.
Languages: Czech, English
Treatment highlights
- Sample collection (buccal swab or blood) for the participants
- STR DNA profiling and statistical relationship analysis
+2 more items in What's included
From 5,000 Kč for a personal (informational) DNA paternity or kinship test. The expert, court-admissible test with full chain-of-custody documentation is from 14,000 Kč. Prices cover sample collection and DNA analysis of the standard participants.