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Question: “What is a non-invasive prenatal paternity test?”
Answer:
A non-invasive prenatal paternity test determines who the father is before the baby is born. While the mom is pregnant, the DNA profile of the baby is determined from free-floating fetal cells found in the mom’s blood sample. The baby’s profile is compared to the DNA profile of the man tested—his DNA is collected by a simple mouth swab. In situations where a mouth swab is not available, we can also process other samples including fingernail clippings, cigarette butts, ear swabs, etc for the potential father. A report is then generated to show if the man tested is or is not the biological father.
Question: “How does NIPP work?”
Answer:
Early in pregnancy, the baby’s DNA can be detected in the mother’s bloodstream using highly sensitive equipment. We are able to separate the fetal DNA from the mother’s DNA to create a DNA profile for the baby. We then use the baby’s profile to test the baby’s DNA against the potential father’s DNA to determine with 99.9% confidence whether he is the father.
Question: “Is the Prenatal Paternity Test report court-admissible?”
Answer:
If a Legal Test is selected, our prenatal paternity test follows a strict chain-of-custody process with the DNA sample collection witnessed, giving you legal, court-admissible paternity test results. Some people choose to collect the possible father’s DNA sample at home with just a cheek swab, in which case the results are not court-admissible because we cannot verify the DNA was collected from that man.
Question: “How are DNA samples collected?”
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Prenatal paternity test DNA samples typically include a blood draw from the mother and a cheek swab from the possible father. We’ve recently added the capability to test several alternate DNA sample types for the possible father, including cigarette butts, fingernail clippings, and ear swabs. See below for more details.
Question: “Are there any restrictions for paternity testing while pregnant?”
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A woman must be at least 7 weeks pregnant to test. A prenatal paternity test cannot be performed for a woman expecting twins or multiples. We cannot perform testing with two possible fathers who share a close biological relationship.
Question: “What samples can we accept from the Mother?”
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We can only accept a blood sample using our NIPP kits.
Question: “What samples can we accept from the Father?”
Answer:
We can accept buccal (cheek) swab, or blood sample.
Question: “What payment plans do you offer?”
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Yes, we offer a 2-tier payment plan with 50% being paid to have the kit sent out, and the remainder of the balance is to be paid once the samples have reached the lab.
Question: “Does the test determine the gender of the baby?”
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Yes. We can include it in your report if you would like (additional charges do apply).
Question: “What does “non-invasive” mean?”
Answer:
“Non-invasive” means there is no need to intrude on the baby’s safe environment to test for paternity. Instead, we collect only a blood sample from the mother’s arm and a cheek-swab sample from the father.
Question: “Will a previous pregnancy affect the outcome of a test?”
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No, a previous pregnancy will not affect the outcome of a non-invasive prenatal paternity test.
Question: “What does “over 99.9% accurate” mean? Could my test be wrong?”
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The NIPP Test result compares the baby’s DNA with the DNA of the father, and if there’s a very close match, your test will read “Probability of Paternity: >99.9%”. If there is no close match, the probability of paternity will be “0%”. Because there is always a possibility that another man could have nearly identical DNA to the true father, a paternity test result can never read “100%”. However, the results of the test are absolutely guaranteed—each sample is processed twice, and the results are compared to ensure they are identical. All tests are reviewed by the labs' in-house Ph.D. DNA experts to ensure accuracy every time.
Question: “Where do I get the venipuncture procedure done?”
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The maternal blood sample required for the prenatal test must be collected via a standard venipuncture procedure. This can be performed by a licensed medical professional such as a nurse, phlebotomist, or doctor. You may arrange this through your own healthcare provider or a private clinic in your area. A sample collection guide will be provided to assist the professional taking the blood sample.
Question: “At what stage of my pregnancy can I do a Baby Gender Test?”
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The Baby Gender DNA Test can be carried out from the 7th week of pregnancy onwards. The sample required is a small blood draw from the mother, which is then analysed to detect the presence or absence of male Y chromosomes in the maternal blood.
Question: “How far along do I have to be to do a prenatal test?”
Answer:
For prenatal paternity analysis, testing can be performed from the 7th week of pregnancy onwards. The test is non-invasive and uses a blood sample from the mother along with a DNA sample from the alleged father to determine paternity.
Question: “How much is a Prenatal Test?”
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The cost of a prenatal paternity analysis may vary depending on your location, service provider, and whether you choose standard or express processing. It is best to check with your chosen provider or visit their website for the most up-to-date pricing and options available in your area.
Question: “How many days will it take to receive the results?”
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For the Baby Gender Test, results are typically available within 4 to 7 working days from the time the sample is received at the laboratory. For prenatal paternity analysis, results are usually ready within 7 to 10 working days after the lab receives all required samples. Express options may be available for faster turnaround.
Question: “How are urine-based gender predictor tests different?”
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There are no sex hormones in urine, and the presence of sex hormones is necessary for any reliable and scientifically-sound gender test. The baby gender reveal test is a DNA test, and DNA does contain sex hormones. Our Baby Gender analysis looks for the presence of the Y chromosome in the DNA contained in the mother’s blood, which determines whether the mother is having a boy or a girl. This is the most reliable, scientifically-proven, and accurate process for early gender detection.
Question: “Is the Baby Gender Test gender reveal test safe for my pregnancy?”
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Baby gender testing is absolutely safe for both mother and baby because it is non-invasive. All that is required for testing is a small blood sample from the mother.
Question: “How early in pregnancy can the Baby Gender reveal test be performed?”
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Our Baby Gender offers the very earliest gender detection of any DNA-based test and can be performed as soon as 7 weeks into the pregnancy with 99.5% accuracy. The labs’ superior equipment and testing methodology make this possible. Use the Eligibility Calculator on our test page to see when you can test. The test is not validated for earlier than 7 weeks.
Question: “How accurate is my result if I find out I was earlier than 7 weeks pregnant at the time of my blood draw?”
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The Baby Gedner test is validated at 7 weeks of pregnancy or later. Accuracy at earlier times is unknown. There is an increased risk of an incorrect female result prior to 7 weeks’ gestation, as the fetal DNA could be below the detection limit of the assay.
Question: “Does the Baby Gender test offer an accuracy guarantee?”
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We know how important this test is to you and promise to provide the earliest, fastest, and most accurate gender DNA-test result on the market. We’re so confident in the accuracy of the Baby Gender test that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee if the gender of your newborn doesn’t match your result.
Question: “What is the science behind the Baby Gender Reveal Test?”
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The labs’ scientists isolate cell-free fetal DNA from the mother’s blood, followed by amplification of both Y-chromosome and autosomal-specific regions using the latest quantitative real-time PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technology. Analysts are looking for the presence of the Y chromosome, which only males have. If the Y chromosome is present, then the baby is a boy; if it is not present, then it’s a girl!
Question: “Does the baby Gender test work for twins?”
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This test has not been validated for multi-fetal pregnancies. If you are expecting twins or other multiples, we suggest relying instead on ultrasound and 4D ultrasound for the determination of your babies’ sexes.
Question: “I’m not 7 weeks pregnant yet. Can I buy the Baby Gender test now and then use it later?”
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Yes, you can! Just be sure to leave the plastic wrap on the box and use it any time before the expiration date printed on the kit.
Question: “Can we take the blood gender test for twins too?”
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Yes, the Baby Gender DNA Test can be performed in the case of a twin pregnancy. However, please note that the test will only detect the presence or absence of male DNA, meaning it can confirm if at least one baby is male. It cannot determine the gender of each individual twin.
Question: "Where can I get the waybill for shipping my gender kit after my bloodwork today?"
Answer:
If you’ve ordered a Prenatal Gender Test, please contact us at least 24 hours before your blood draw to arrange pickup using our shipping service. For all other tests, you’re welcome to email us for help with return shipping—please note that shipping costs may apply.
Question: "Do you offer baby gender testing at 8 weeks?"
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Yes, our Baby Gender Test can be conducted from 8 weeks via non-invasive prenatal testing. Let me know if you’d like details on sample collection or turnaround times.
Question: “Can you test baby gender for pregnant women?”
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Yes, we offer a Baby Gender DNA Test that can determine the sex of the baby from a blood sample taken from the mother. The test can be done from week 10 of pregnancy onwards. Please note this test is not available for twin pregnancies or if the mother has had a recent blood transfusion, transplant, or stem cell therapy.
Question: “Can I get a paternity test while pregnant?”
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Yes, we offer a Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Test that can determine paternity during pregnancy. It requires a blood sample from the mother and a cheek swab from the alleged father. The test can be performed from week 7 of pregnancy onwards and is completely safe for both mother and baby.
Question: “Can a prenatal paternity test be invasive?”
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We offer a non-invasive prenatal paternity test that uses a blood sample from the mother and a cheek swab from the alleged father. This method is completely safe for both mother and baby and can be performed from around 7 to 8 weeks of pregnancy. We do not offer invasive prenatal testing such as amniocentesis or CVS, as these carry a small risk of miscarriage and must be performed by a medical specialist.
Question: “How accurate is non-invasive prenatal paternity testing?”
Answer:
NIPP is highly accurate (over 99%) when sufficient fetal DNA is present. Accuracy depends on marker count, sample quality, and timing.