What is the paternity test?
Paternity Testing is a DNA test that determines if a man could be the biological father of a child. We all inherit our DNA (the genetic material) from our biological parents. A paternity test compares a child's DNA pattern to that of the alleged father to analyze evidence of this inheritance, the most definitive proof of a biological relationship.
test guarantee
The result of a paternity test is either an exclusion (the alleged father is not the biological father), or an inclusion (the alleged father is considered the biological father). For a standard paternity test, DDC, our affiliated laboratory, guarantees at least a 99.99% probability of paternity in the case of inclusions or 100% certainty of exclusions.
test confirmation
DDC, our affiliated laboratory, performs each test twice, following the most stringent procedures to ensure accurate and conclusive results.
Parties involved in the Test
In a standard paternity test, the participants to be tested include a child, the alleged father, and the mother (called a trio).
The mother's participation in paternity testing helps exclude half of the child's DNA, leaving the other half for comparison with the alleged father's DNA. However, we can perform a paternity test without the mother's involvement (called "mother absent"), which requires additional testing, at no additional charge. The results are equally conclusive whether or not there is the mother's involvement. Absent mother tests are guaranteed at least a 99.9% probability of paternity for inclusions and 100% for exclusions.
We may also test other children or other alleged fathers additionally, if necessary; generating an additional cost for each of the additional participants who undergo the proof.
Sampling
For sample collection, we routinely use buccal exudate (inner part of the cheek). In Nicaragua, the Immaculate Conception Clinical Laboratory is the affiliated laboratory of DDC for sampling.
We may also test unusual samples when the parent is missing or deceased, based on a viability test performed on the samples. The price is different.
test price
The test costs
$225 dollars
You can pay in córdobas at the Central Bank exchange rate
Paternity tests with judicial validity
It must be ordered by a judge indicating to do it through us. It has an additional cost of $150.00 dollars.
Schedule an appointment for sample collection.