No, the swabs may contain bacteria and food but the tests are very specific for human DNA. The DNA from bacteria, food, or other organisms will not affect the tests.

Since DNA is the same in every cell of the human body, the accuracy of testing performed on cheek cells utilizing the Buccal Swab is the same as an actual blood sample. We believe this non-invasive and painless procedure is the best method for collecting a DNA sample.

A film develops in your mouth at night, which is the reason why we ask that you rinse out your mouth to remove that film before collection. But if you've already completed the process, go ahead and send in your kit. Make sure you have at least ? - ? of the tube full. If you haven't collected that much saliva, you can start over-rinse the tube out with hot water (no soap) and rinse your mouth out before collecting your saliva.

Not at all. We provide you with the same directions that any other company would in the "free kit" they send by mail. Waiting days for a "free kit" to arrive in the mail will not make collecting the samples any easier. Also, getting a "free kit" in the mail means less confidentiality.

Our laboratory has a forensics testing division which specializes in forensic testing. Forensic samples which can be tested include but are not limited to: blood stains, saliva stains, hair with roots, bone, teeth, urine, razor shavings, etc. Click on this link to read more about our forensic testing services.

Buccal swabs samples can be tested for the presence of mumps virus (growth in culture) or mumps viral RNA using standard reverse transcriptase - polymerase chain-reaction (RT-PCR) methods. UPDATED Jan 5

Yes. Buccal swab samples contain the same DNA as blood samples and will therefore produce the same paternity test results. Buccal swabbing is our primary sample collection method because it is a simple and painless procedure. In addition, buccal swabs are particularly preferable over blood samples for persons who have had recent blood transfusions or bone marrow transplants-their blood samples may contain DNA from the donors.

Genetic Professionals’ DNA paternity test is fast, simple, and painless. DNA is collected using special swabs that are like cotton tips. Gently rub the inner cheek with the swab to collect DNA samples. Buccal swabs are painless and can be used to collect samples from individuals at any age, even newborns. Yes, we can send our DNA collection kits to all tested parties at different locations if an in-home paternity test is ordered from Genetic Professionals.

My dentist suggests deep cleaning and periodontal surgery and told me nobody in this area knows anything about antibiotic treatment. Please advise!

No, it is completely safe if swallowed. It is made with natural fruit flavors. It contains no fluoride or saccharin.

Many people have to take it for several weeks before their bodies begin to build up enough to become noticeably effective. Positive results continue to be reported up to a year or more into therapy. This is also true with some prescription drugs, such as Prozac which takes about three weeks.

The more the samples, the greater chance to prove or disprove the presence of asbestos. We suggest at least three (3) samples. Yes, this is true because the fiber size is too small. You can use PLM for screening tile samples. If PLM testing finds the tile to be positive then that result is acceptable. If PLM finds the results to be negative then have it tested by qualitative transmission electron microscopy.

The kit is very easy to use and we provide simple, step-by-step instructions for collecting cheek cell samples using the mouth swabs provided. If you follow the instructions carefully, there is no need for you to be concerned with making mistakes. Our concerns are ensuring that you collect sufficient cells for testing; you collect a sample from the appropriate person; and you label the samples correctly. (top of page)

DDC provides informative training seminars on the collection of evidence for DNA analysis. The seminar will include information on DNA theory, evidence handling, and serology. The trainees will take part in hands-on demonstrations and will participate in mock crime scenes of various degrees of difficulty.

exclusion (the alleged father is not the biological father) is possible, however the probability of inclusion (the alleged father is the biological father) is far less accurate than DNA testing, as many people can share the same blood group, whereas the probability of two people sharing the same DNA profile approaches zero.

A buccal (Pronunciation ) swab is a specialized applicator with a sponge or Dacron tip, which is rubbed on the inside of the check to collect epithelial cells. This procedure is noninvasive and pain free.

You will be informed about the condition of your gums and teeth and the treatment necessary to resolve your dental issues.

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