Can the test be used to prove a relationship between brothers and uncles?
Yes! This type of test is helpful in cases where a family wants to compare the genetic Y-STR profiles of a male child and an alleged uncle. If the male child and alleged full brother of the father are both tested, then their profiles should match if they are from the same family tree.
If the profiles don’t match, that is a good indication that either the alleged uncle is not a biological uncle (and not from the same paternal family) or the father is not the child’s biological father.
This is especially useful in cases where the alleged father is not available for testing, but the alleged uncle of a child is!
Can I use the results to track my family history?
Yes! For those interested in genealogy testing and ancestral DNA, this test is also useful in other ways.
The Y-STR paternal lineage test results can help you:
Find genetic cousins along your paternal line.
Give you a direction to research in your ancestry and genealogy studies.
What types of samples are required?
The required samples are usually buccal (mouth) swabs. There are many other sample types possible but may require longer turnaround times and an additional fee.
Validity Genetics offers a fast turnaround on these confidential Y-STR paternal lineage tests and rush turnaround is also available at an additional cost.
Legal Paternal Lineage DNA Test
Legal Paternal Lineage DNA Test includes:
- Easy to follow instructions,
- 2 sterile buccal collection swabs per person,
- Sample envelopes for each person involved,
- Consent form (must be filled out and signed in full),
- Prepaid return label to our laboratory.
To be considered legal this test must be shipped to and handled only by an uninterested and unrelated 3rd party.
After ordering your kit you will be contacted by a representative to assist you in the process. Please be prepared to provide an address for a 3rd party.