How Much Is a Quality Paternity Test?
As one of the world’s most highly accredited and trusted DNA testing laboratories, people ask us, “How much does a paternity test cost?” every day. With the explosion of DNA testing providers in recent years, it’s easy for people who need a paternity test to get confused about which one they should choose.
For many people, price is the determining factor. But beware, as choosing the lowest-cost option can also compromise quality – which is essential for such an important test. There are companies on the internet that offer “cheap” DNA paternity tests, but if the price seems too good to be true, it very likely is.
Given that most people aim for accurate and reliable results at a reasonable cost, here’s a breakdown of price ranges you can expect for a quality paternity test.
How Much Does a Paternity Test Cost?
Home Paternity Test Cost
A quality paternity test for personal knowledge or peace of mind – also known as a home paternity test – typically costs anywhere from $130 to $200.
Legal Paternity Test Cost
A legal paternity test (with court-admissible results), typically costs $300 to $500. DDC’s legal paternity testing services include professional DNA collection, and can be utilized for a variety of purposes, including child support and custody cases, birth certificate changes, immigration, adoption, tax forms, inheritance rights and more.
Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity (NIPP) Test Cost
A non-invasive prenatal paternity (NIPP) test – which allows you to determine the father of the child before birth – typically costs anywhere from $1,500 to $2,000.
NOTE: Paternity test prices can vary and additional features can be added, such as expedited testing.
What about Low-Cost Paternity Tests?
Many online companies appear legitimate, but outsource their tests to unregulated labs or ship your DNA samples out of the U.S. for cheaper processing. Be careful because cheap testing often means cheap testing methods — don’t take a chance on your life-changing paternity test.
Why Choose DDC for your DNA Paternity Test?
- We offer high-quality paternity tests at reasonable prices.
- We are the lab — all testing is done on-site, so you can be sure your analysis is being performed at an accredited facility.
- In our laboratory, two independent teams of DNA analysts run every legal DNA test twice, using state-of-the-art equipment, and the end results are verified by a trained scientist with a PhD degree. We go above and beyond AABB requirements to assure our clients receive the most accurate results possible.
- Results are delivered within 1-2 business days (or even same-day) for home paternity tests and legal paternity tests, and as quickly as 3 days for non-invasive prenatal paternity tests.
- Our highly-trained and caring customer-service specialists are available to help when you have questions.
Your best option is to call our toll free number, for two reasons:
- To make sure you get the test that’s right for you, and
- To see if you qualify for any monthly discounts
I just need to establish paternity using an at home test, are lab fees a separate charge with regard to the advertised prices I see listed online?
Hello, Jack. The price of our at-home test is £79.
Can a paternity test determine between two brothers that can be the father of a child?
Hi, Cinthia. The answer is yes, unless the men are identical twins. Please contact us at800-681-7162 (M-F 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern) for a free confidential consultation and to order.
I am pregnant and am not sure who the father is between 3 guys. If I test 2 guys will I be charged twice for the NIP procedure?
Hi, Tara. Yes, there is an extra charge for adding an additional possible father, but it is not for the full test amount. Call us directly at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern) for specifics.
I found out after my dad died that he thought I was not his child. How do I go about testing to see if I am or not.
Hi, Sherry. Condolences on the loss of your dad. Probably the easiest thing for you to do is to call one of our experts directly at 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern). They can listen and learn your unique situation and help to determine who should participate in DNA testing to help you discover your answer. All the best!