Will the DNA collected or the results of the DNA test be shared with any other database?
No, the DNA collected is only used for the current test and the results are NOT shared with any government
What if the alleged father or the child lives in another state?
Yes, we can arrange with a collector near the alleged father or child’s home so they don’t have to travel
Can you do a paternity test if the alleged father is incarcerated or deceased?
Sometimes. We do travel to incarceration facilities to swab alleged fathers when the facility allows the testing. Depending on the
How will I receive the results?
Results are emailed to Heartland DNA and each of the parties to the test are called to have the results
How soon will the results of the DNA test be available?
Results for a DNA paternity test – legal or peace-of-mind – will be available in 3-4 business days once the
Will you have to draw my blood?
The only test that requires a blood draw is a Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Test. Please reassure your child that no
Does food, drinks, gum, tobacco, or breastmilk interfere with the swabbing process?
No, the process for testing DNA is sophisticated enough to extract the cells from the swabs even if the client
What forms of payment do you accept and when is payment due?
Heartland DNA accepts cash, money orders, debit cards, and VISA, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express credit cards. Payment is due
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Please bring a government issued, picture ID to your appointment if you have one. Children and adults without a valid
Do the people participating in the DNA test have to be swabbed at the same time?
No, they do not. Swabs are viable for 6 months, so, if necessary, the participants can be swabbed on different