Established 1998
When the results count!
|
Established 1998 When the results count!
|
|
What you should expect from paternity testing Are All DNA Paternity Tests Equivalent? What does a Paternity Test look like?
|
Semen Detection Testing
Semen detection tests are used to visualize the presence of semen in stains on items, particularly personal items and articles of clothing. The test is a very reliable presumptive test that detects the high levels of an enzyme called acid phosphatase present in semen, even after a vasectomy. If the presence of semen is detected, the client may request additional testing to determine whether his or her DNA profile matches the DNA found in the stains or is excluded, meaning that the stain contains DNA from another individual.
DNA analysis assumes the presence of sperm in the sample. Positive presumptive tests for the presence of semen will be followed by microscopy to visualize sperm cells, which contain DNA. No profiles will be produced if there is no sperm in the semen stain. This can occur if the man had a vasectomy or is infertile because of low or no sperm production.
Once semen and sperm cells are detected and a decision is made to proceed with DNA testing, profiles will be generated from the DNA in the stains. At that time, a buccal (cheek) swab sample will be requested from the client to determine whether their DNA profile matches the DNA isolated from the stain.
Fees
The fees for Semen Detection include:
The fees for DNA profiling include:
Arranging for testing
We will keep you informed about the progress of the analysis of your specimens. Presumptive semen detection will be completed within 48 hours of receipt of samples. Please allow up to 2 weeks for these samples to be processed for DNA profiles. To order Semen Detection Services, download these forms, fill them in and send them in with your samples and payment or pay using PayPal below. Forensic self-exclusion request for DNA or semen detection Click here Forensic self exclusion form.pdf Terms of use form Click here TermUse1.pdf Payment option form Click here CRDTcrdS.pdf
Semen Detection on personal items (per item) Clothing or other items should be stored in new, clean paper bags or paper envelopes, never in plastic bags. Drying does not interfere with the test. Moisture destroys the sample over time. The test is not destructive and items will be packaged and returned to you unless you give us other instructions. Large items may require additional shipping fees. Call for details. DNA profiles supporting positive semen detection (optional)Additional optional testing would include generating DNA profiles. The additional testing usually requires that at least 2 DNA profiles be produced. Call for details. Home Semen Detection Kit "Infidelity testing" kits by CheckMate (www.getcheckmate.com) are available for home use. These kits are for presumptive detection of semen. The kits are easy to use and reliable for their intended purpose. Each kit is actually a double kit that tests up to a total of 10 items.
Order directly from the manufacturer.
Evergreen Industries, maker of Checkmate www.getcheckmate.com
|
Contact InformationToll-Free: 888 440-IDNA (888 440-4362)Telephone: 732 695-9552 FAX: 732 695-0554 Postal Address:
Electronic mail:
We accept :
Cashier's Check, Money Orders, Attorney's Trust account and PayPal. All credit cards can be used through PayPal as well. Checks payable to: IDNA Systems, Inc.. Copyright © 2008
IDNA Systems, Inc.
|
