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 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.

Yes, the testing is just as accurate. The DNA in a person's blood sample is the same as the DNA in a person's skin cells that are collected from inside the mouth. This sample is obtained by use of a soft cotton swab that is rubbed on the inside of the mouth (a "buccal swab").

A buccal swab is like a larger, more durable Q-Tip. It is rubbed against the inside cheek to gather loose cheek cells. It has become the standard sample collection method for DNA testing because it is safe and painless. DNA is the same in all cells of the body; thus test results are the same regardless of whether the sample is from buccal swabs or blood.

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.

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.

Cheek swabs simply do not provide enough DNA to be useful for research purposes. DNA is isolated from the nucleus of cells - in a cheek swab a few cells from the cheek lining are picked up and provide a small amount of DNA. From a blood sample, DNA is isolated from the white blood cells and 10cc's provide a good amount of usable DNA. Tissue samples (including tails) are almost solid cells and provide an enormous amount of DNA. However, tissue samples are much more difficult to collect.

A mouth swab looks like a long cotton wool bud. It is used to collect cheek cells from the inside of your mouth. DNA is consistent throughout the body, so the DNA in cheeks cells is identical to the DNA in blood cells. The mouth swab allows for non-invasive and painless collection of DNA. (top of page)

All cells contain the same genetic material; hence results obtained by buccal swab samples are just as accurate as using blood.

A nasal swab involves placing a swab inside the nostrils and taking a culture. The CDC and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services do not recommend the use of nasal swab testing by clinicians to determine whether a person has been exposed to Bacillus anthracis, the bacteria responsible for anthrax, or as a means of diagnosing anthrax. At best, a positive result may be interpreted only to indicate exposure; a negative result does not exclude the possibility of exposure.

The mole on Cary's cheek was removed between the filming of "Crisis" and "People Will Talk." That would be between 1950 & 1951.

Probably not. A dental infection is much more likely, and you should consult your dentist as the first course of action.

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 very good suggestions is to send a care package a few days before R-Day - that way your Swab will have something immediately but they don't have to carry it. Or, if you can, drop it off at the CGA post office on R-day! Use US Postal Service Flat Rate Priority Mail envelopes and boxes or UPS, FedEx, etc. Use the following official cadet address:

Each cadet will have an account at Navy Federal Credit Union. <http://www.navyfcu.org>. We suggest you drop by there on R-Day (located on the first floor of Johnson Hall below the exchange) and pick up some deposit slips. When your cadet tells you their account number it will be a simple matter to send money directly to the cadet's account saving precious time. Address (printed on slip):

Once your cadet is sworn in, he/she is a member of the Coast Guard and has health care benefits as such. However, the Cadet Handbook specifically states that the Academy recommends that parents keep existing health care insurance until graduation from the Academy.

Many insurance companies allow an occasional driver such as a college student who is not home often to be carried on a policy without additional charge. Check with your particular company for details.

I call it "air kissing" because you usually don't make actual contact. It is not as one my students (is it you) once said "French kissing" as that is an intimate mouth to mouth kiss.

Cheek implants are usually made of Silicon - a solid, flexible filler but can be made of other materials such as Gore-Tex or expanded Polyethylene. Each of these implant materials offers certain advantages. Your plastic surgeon will recommend the type of implant he or she thinks is most appropriate.