: Requires a strict "chain of custody," where an unbiased third party verifies identities and supervises collection. These are admissible in court for matters like child support or custody.
: The most frequent type, typically involving simple cheek swabs from the child and alleged father. Prenatal (During Pregnancy) :
: Specialists compare the patterns between the child and the potential father to calculate the "probability of paternity". Types of Paternity Tests
The procedure is generally non-invasive and follows several technical steps:
: Kits are available for personal use, but because there is no verified identity chain, results are not admissible in court . Common Uses and Benefits
: Includes amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling (CVS) , which collect samples directly from the womb but carry a small risk of miscarriage. Legal vs. Personal Tests :