Forensic DNA testing services
Once the DNA profile is obtained from the forensic sample provided, it can be used for our standard paternity test, as well as for our other range of DNA tests. Please review our list of forensic samples below to obtain more information about the samples you may want to submit. The list also includes the additional cost and the DNA extraction success rate per sample. For further information you may also read our Guidelines and Terms HERE.
Note: We can only guarantee standard result turnaround time when testing takes place solely using oral swab samples. Using a forensic sample for your test may lead to an increase in turnaround time.
Blood on Filter paper90 CHF 90% or higher
Semen90 CHF 90% or higher
Blood stain on fabric90 CHF 60-90%
Fingernail/nail Clippings90 CHF 60-90%
Tissue (muscles, organs); non-embalmed90 CHF 60-90%
Ear Swab90 CHF 60-90%
Umbilical Cord200 CHF 60-90%
Semen stain on fabric90 CHF 60-90%
Hair with roots90 CHF 60% or less
Razor (Electric, Disposable)90 CHF 60% or less
Cigarette butts90 CHF 60% or less
Chewing gum90 CHF 60% or less
Mucus90 CHF 60% or less
Condom90 CHF 60% or less
Toothbrush90 CHF 60% or less
Soda can / drinking glass / plastic container90 CHF 60% or less
Tampon/Feminine Pad90 CHF 60% or less
Drinking straw90 CHF 60% or less
Envelope flaps90 CHF 60% or less
Bones from exhumed bodyPOA N/A
ToothPOA N/A
BonePOA N/A
There may be cases where where it is not possible to obtain the DNA samples to perform a DNA test through the standard oral swab that is provided with our DNA testing kit. In such situations, EasyDNA Ireland offers a state of the art DNA forensic test service that is able to process different forensic DNA samples in order to obtain a usable DNA sample. The sample can be used for our standard paternity test, as well as for our other range of DNA tests.
Based on extensive experience in DNA Forensic Testing, EasyDNA is able to process a wide range of samples ranging from the more common hair and blood DNA testing, to more complex cases involving samples such as bones and age old envelopes and stamps. We recommend that you contact our expert advisors so that we can discuss your case and identify the best testing options.
A comprehensive list of forensic DNA samples is shown below. The list also includes information about packaging and sending the samples, the additional cost per sample as well as the expected DNA extraction rate. Please also review the terms and conditions HERE for more information.
Cost
The cost of every additional forensic sample used is to be added to the standard cost of the test. Kindly always note the success rate. Whilst we do have a very strong track record of successful DNA profile extraction with such samples, we cannot guarantee that the extraction will be successful. We always suggest contacting us as we can tell you more about the chances of success once we have assessed your sample thoroughly.
For more general information about our forensic DNA testing services, please visit our frequently asked questions section.