What is accreditation?  Back to top
Laboratory accreditation uses criteria and procedures specifically developed to determine technical competence. Specialist technical assessors conduct a thorough evaluation of all factors in a laboratory that affect the production of test or calibration data. Laboratory accreditation bodies use this standard specifically to assess factors relevant to a laboratory's ability to produce precise, accurate test and calibration data.

How much does a test cost?  Back to top
Prices depend on the test you are taking please refer to the pricing information on our Order DNA Test page.

When and how do I pay?   Back to top
Payment is made when ordering your test. We accept payment by either MasterCard or Visa. Payment can also be made by international bank draft or money order (cheques to be made payable to ‘easyDNA Limited’). You can also pay by direct bank deposit into our international bank account or else in cash through a Western Union transfer. Kindly contact us on info@easydna.se to discuss your preferred payment option.

How soon will I get my test results?  Back to top
Once your samples are received by the lab, your results for most DNA tests will be ready within 5 working days. Non-standard samples such as hair, chewing gum, cigarette butts etc can take a little longer but normally results will be available in 7-10 days.

How does a Paternity Test work?  Back to top
Genetic testing identifies the unique genetic profile of an individual. The genetic profile of a child is inherited partly from the father and partly from the mother. By comparing the child's genetic profile with that of the alleged father, a Paternity Test determines whether this person is the real biological father.

How accurate is the Paternity Test?  Back to top
easyDNA's Paternity Test is extremely powerful in answering questions of parentage. Since we use 16 different genetic markers to build the genetic profile, our test is 100 times more accurate than that required in Court. The results guarantee minimum probabilities in excess of 99.99%.

Can a paternity test be performed without the mother?  Back to top
Yes, a paternity test can be carried out with just the child and the alleged Father but we recommend to have the Mothers DNA sample as well to strengthen results.

Will the DNA test kit arrive discreetly?  Back to top
Yes. The DNA collection Kit will be sent to you in a plain envelope, not marked with our company name. We also include a plain addressed envelope for you to send the samples back to us in.

Can I send separate kits to different addresses?  Back to top
It is also possible to have separate kits sent to individuals residing at different addresses both within the same country as well as in different countries. We handle many cases where the parties to be tested are not based in the same countries. Since we operate a large number of offices worldwide we will ship the kit from the nearest office. The extra kit will incur an administration charge which will depend on the destination of the extra kit.

Every kit will be assigned its own special reference code so that we can properly track it within our system. Testing will commence only once all samples are received and logged in by our administration. We will not commence testing on individual samples unless the case requires such testing.

We suggest you contact us via email info@easydna.se  to organise everything prior to placing your order.

Can my DNA test be used in court?  Back to top
The paternity test can be used in Court only if you purchase the Legal or Court Admissable Test. This kind of test requires additional proof of identity and needs to follow a strict chain of custody process including third party sample collection and verification. The Peace-of-Mind/Curiosity Paternity Test is not legally admissable since the sampling process does not follow these procedures. This test is therefore valid for informative purposes only.

How long does it take to get the results of a Twin Zygosity Test?  Back to top
Once the sample is received at our laboratry, the result is available within 5 working days.

Who can make use of the DNA Profiling service?  Back to top
This service can be used by a wide range of people or organizations including:

• Property owners
• Legal professionals including Notaries Public, Commissioners of Oaths and Family Lawyers
• Insurance companies
• Corporate Executives and Directors
• Persons who work in high risk jobs

Whose samples are required for a DNA Profile?  Back to top
Only a sample from the individual is required for a DNA profile. It is common for a couple to request DNA profiles together so that these may be stored with their joint will.

What can a DNA Profile be used for?  Back to top
DNA identification has a number of uses and benefits including:

• To safeguard the rightful heirs and ensure that they will inherit your estate through the exclusion of false claims on your inheritance.
• To assist in requirements for determining familial relationships.
• To avoid expensive exhumations if your DNA profile may be required in the future.
• As a precaution for any possible future identification/verification requirements e.g. in cases of kidnapping, accidental death etc.
• To assure the availability of permanently stored records.

From what samples is it possible to extract DNA?  Back to top
Human DNA can be extracted from any body fluid or tissue (saliva, semen, blood, hair, nails etc.) Also DNA can be extracted from any item that is contaminated with body fluids (chewing gum, cigarette butts, sanitary towels etc.) Please email us at info@easydna.net to see what is acceptable for DNA testing.

Is it possible to do DNA tests on hair samples?  Back to top
For a DNA extraction from a hair sample it is best if the hair is freshly pulled out/ taken from the head and that the hair follicle is still intact to the hair strand to get the best extraction results. The results from non-standard samples (as hair) depend very much on the condition of the sent sample. For example if hairs are sent, it is best if more than 5 hairs with root are pulled out from the head and sent for testing (hair without a root or shed hair do not give good results).

Is it possible to do infidelity testing by DNA analysis?  Back to top
There are some circumstances when it is possible to know if a woman has been with another man (or vice versa). For example, garments, sheets etc. that would probably have semen, saliva or similar on them ca be analysed. Our laboratory could perform a presumptive test to detect the presence of semen or saliva. DNA tests can be also performed to determine if semen/ saliva come from the person requesting the test or from another person.

What can be done if the alleged father doesn't want to give his DNA sample but a member of his family is willing to?  Back to top
It is possible to do paternity testing if a relative of the alleged father is tested. If only the child and relative of alleged father are tested, the results may not be completely conclusive. If the mother's DNA sample is available for the testing, the results will be more conclusive.

How long can the DNA samples survive?  Back to top  
The DNA extracted from saliva (blood or some other biological material) can be stored for a number of years. Obviously the DNA sample has to be stored properly. If saliva swabs are used, it's important to leave swabs to dry completely before being placed in an envelope.