What is a legal twins DNA test also called “twin zygosity” test?
During OB-GYN visits, the physician might be able to tell whether twins are identical or fraternal through ultrasound examination of the placenta. There are cases, however, where twins find out much later that a DNA test shows the opposite of what the ultrasound examination determined! Scientists recommend DNA testing to determine zygosity—the degree of similarity.
A legal DNA twins test compares the twins’ DNA profiles to see whether they match—an exact match proves that the twins are identical. The results of a twin zygosity test may be used to satisfy personal curiosity as well as to help solve the twins’ health problems at a later time. For example, in the event that a twin needs an organ or tissue transplant donor, the identical twin is a perfect choice. A legal twins DNA test can be used for a court case.
Legal vs. at-home twins test?
What to consider when selecting a DNA twins test?
Legal twins test:
Provides court-ready results that may be used to resolve child support disputes, custody disputes, probate issues and other legal matters. Samples are collected at one of EDC’s conveniently located certified collection facilities insuring proper chain of custody is maintained. A documented chain of custody is required for all tests that may be used for legal purposes.
At-home twins test:
Referred to as a non-legal twins test or at-home twins test. This twins test is used when you just need or want answers regarding genetic relationships. A pre-paid express envelope is provided so that you may expedite your DNA samples to the lab.
Price and affordability of a legal twins test?
Legal twins tests are more expensive than at-home twins tests as we ensure coordination of DNA collection and other features needed to issue a legal document. Therefore, if you only need the DNA twins test results to reveal the truth, then an affordable home twins test is the best choice for you. For additional peace of mind, EDC ensures that:
– The high-quality testing is strictly the same with every DNA test
– Industry-leading features include running every test twice (Duall Process) to ensure the highest accuracy
– Laboratory inspection excellence, proven by 18 perfect inspections of the most rigorous accrediting organisations
Why is EDC the best choice for my legal twins test?
The caring employees at the EDC laboratories are leaders in efficient DNA test processing and share their expertise together to provide you the best service. In our up-to-date laboratories our fully professional technicians and researchers ensure top-quality standards and service excellence.
We are specialists providing only reliable grandparent test results. Our DNA testing results are fast, precise and confidential.
How to order a legal twins test and get started?
If you are willing to proceed with a legal twins testing process now and to receive your results as soon as possible, you only need to order your legal twins test. This is the quickest way to get started and receive your results online. After your order is confirmed and payment is processed, a representative will contact you to schedule the specimen collection or you can select to call us instead. We have more than 1,900 EDC facilities in the US , and contract with more than 13,000 locations globally. We will work with you to find a convenient location for sample collection. Our office is open to assist you Monday through Sunday, 8am – 9pm EST.
Find your local DNA collection facility?
Legal twins tests require all tested people to have their DNA samples collected by a certified facility (hospitals, health departments, medical offices). One of EDC’s advantages over other companies is that we have the largest network of certified facilites worldwide, so finding a convenient location near you is easy!
Call us now to order a legal DNA twins test. A scheduling specialist will find an office near you to arrange an appointment. Multiple appointments can be setup in different places.
Possible reasons you might need a legal twins test?
When deciding between a peace-of-mind twins test and a legal twins test, it’s essential to consider what you need the results for. Too many new parent(s) hurry and do an at-home twins test, thinking the results can be used for legal purposes—but the truth is courts won’t accept those results. Why? Because there’s no way to prove that the samples submitted for testing really belonged to the people whose names are on the report.
With a legal twins test, results are accepted by the court, because an independent, qualified third-party witness (also known as a DNA Collector) supervises the DNA collection process from beginning to end, including checking participant IDs, witnessing the handling of cheek swabs, completing paperwork, and mailing samples to the lab. That way, the court can be sure samples weren’t fraudulently tampered with.
What are the identity requirements for a legal twins test ?
When you go to your sample collection appointment, be sure to bring: Photo ID and birth certificate for people being tested.
At your appointment, we will: Take copies of your Photo ID / Birth certificate. Get thumbprints (or for babies we sometimes get footprints) of all people being tested. Take a ‘mug shot’ of all people being tested. Fill out consent forms and other paperwork.
Legal twins test results delay and how it looks?
We guarantee to have your legal twins testing results ready within 5-6 days from receipt of samples. A shorter turnaround time of 2 working day can be arranged for an additional charge.
Feel free to consult our results examples here: https://paternitytesting.com/support/dna-results-example/
How accurate is the legal twins test?
DNA twins testing is the most accurate method available to definitively show whether twins are identical or fraternal.
Our Customers review
Feel free to consult our customers reviews here: https://www.trustpilot.com/review/paternitytesting.com
Confidentiality
Our laboratory maintains the confidentiaity of our customer and never discloses personal information or test results without prior client consent. We ensure the highest level of protection of our clients’ privacy and therefore we follow a strict confidentiality policy. We will not disclose your data to anybody without your approval. We will always act according to your instructions concerning communication with you or other individuals involved in your DNA test. We never release DNA test results over the phone.
Is your web site safe and secure?
Shopping with your credit card with Paternitytesting.com is guaranteed to be safe and secure.
We take extensive steps to process thousands of Internet transactions securely and safely. Our secure server software (SSL) is the industry standard for securing credit card transactions over the Internet.
This software encrypts all your personal information into an unrecognizable code that is securely transmitted from you to us. When this encrypted information reaches our secure server, we translate it back to its original form and store it safely offline and inaccessible through the Internet.
To continue our commitment to your security, every credit card processed is run through an address verification process to verify that the card is registered to the billing address on the order.
Can I order over the phone?
Absolutely! We understand it’s sometimes easier to talk to a “real person ” when placing an order. Call us anytime from Monday to Sunday (8:00AM to 9:00PM EST) . We have representatives to assist you in English, Spanish or French and more…
What are the payment options?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Discover as forms of payment. We have added Paypal as a form of payment as well.