Post Mortem Maternity/Paternity + 1 child DNA Test

Cheek swab or saliva test and hair follicle. Results in as little as 3-5 days. 

This is used for court approved parent/child confirmation, in cases of child support, heirship, etc. and includes a chain of custody paper trail.

Post-mortem paternity DNA tests are conducted to definitively establish a biological relationship between a deceased person and a potential child for legal, financial, or personal reasons. Key reasons include securing inheritance rights, claiming Social Security survivor benefits, updating birth certificates, and providing family medical history.

• Inheritance and Estate Claims: Legal proof is often required to prove a child is entitled to a deceased father’s assets, particularly if there is no will or if the will is disputed.

• Social Security and Benefits: To claim survivor benefits, life insurance, or other financial benefits for the child, governmental agencies often require definitive proof of parentage.

• Medical History: Establishing paternity provides the child with crucial genetic history, which is essential for understanding inherited health conditions and risks.

• Personal Closure: Families and individuals may seek certainty about their origin, providing peace of mind.

• Immigration Cases: Legally recognized DNA tests can be used to prove biological relationships for immigration purposes.