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Canada’s Leader In DNA Identification Testing
Orchid PRO-DNA by Dynacare offers DNA identification tests using highly accurate genetic technology and validated procedures. Whether for peace of mind or legal purposes, we ensure a painless, sampling process (buccal swab) and reliable results you can trust.
Paternity Test Confirm a biological father-child relationship
Immigration DNA Testing Compliant with Canadian immigration requirements
Maternity Test Confirm biological mother-child relationship
Family Relationship Test Establish sibling, grandparent, or aunt/uncle relationships
Twin Zygosity Test Determine if twins are identical or fraternal
Genetic Identification Identity confirmation
What is Paternity Testing? Paternity testing provides scientific evidence of whether a man can be a child’s biological father. Paternity is determined by comparing the child’s DNA with the DNA profile of the alleged father. We employ the latest technology to provide the most accurate results for you. Our highly accurate tests confirm paternity with a minimum probability of 99.99%, if a sample from the biological mother is provided. If the presumed father is not the biological father, the probability of paternity will be 0%.
When should I purchase a legal paternity DNA test? A paternity test can be used to establish the parenthood of an individual for a court case such as child support, social security, or child custody. The test can also be used to support placing a parent’s name on a birth certificate. Orchid PRO-DNA places the highest emphasis on following legal chain of custody with your sample, so your sample will be valid evidence in a legal setting. We provide safe, secure, and efficient transportation of your samples. If you need the results of the DNA test to be used in a legal context, simply contact us to make an appointment in one of our collection centres near you. For the results to be legally admissible, all of the participants must go to a collection centre, present official identification (must be government-issued, preferably with photo ID, ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and provide a photograph, after which the samples will follow a strict chain of custody.
When should I purchase a non-legal at-home test? When you want to determine the paternity of a child but you are not involved in a court matter, you should purchase a non-legal at-home test. If there is any chance the results might be needed for legal purposes, a legal test should be performed. Orchid PRO-DNA uses the same testing technology for both legal and non-legal testing. Non-legal or at-home tests allow for sample collection at your home and do not follow the legal chain-of-custody protocols needed for a legal test. Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the collection of the samples as well as instructions and consent form.
Immigration DNA tests are used to establish biological relationships for Canadian immigration applications when traditional documentation is insufficient.
Orchid PRO-DNA is one of the few laboratories in Canada recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to perform DNA identification tests for immigration and citizenship purposes.
Immigration DNA tests are used to establish genetic parent-child connections and other family relationships like sibling, avuncular and extended familial relationships as proof of relationship for citizenship, and family reunification.
If you have received a DNA request as part of your immigration application, we are ready to help you understand the process and will provide reliable results that are accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
For more information on tests offered, please refer to their respective section on this web site:
Paternity
Maternity
Family relationship (including sibling, avuncular, and grandparentage)
Maternity testing provides scientific evidence of whether a woman can be a child’s biological mother. Maternity is determined by comparing the child’s DNA with the DNA profile of the alleged mother. Clients who are looking for their biological mothers, or mothers who are looking for their children, may wish to undergo maternity testing. Our highly accurate tests confirm maternity with a minimum probability of 99.8% or refuted with 0% probability.
Private Option (Home Test) The Maternity Test is performed using samples collected at home, provided that you do not need the results of the DNA analysis for legal purposes (see below for our legally admissible option). Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the collection of the samples as well as instructions and consent form.
Legal Option If you need the results of the DNA test to be used in a legal context, Orchid PRO-DNA offers a service that supports the admissibility of the test results in court. Simply contact us to make an appointment in one of our collection centres near you. For the results to be legally admissible, all of the participants must go to a collection centre, present official identification (must be government-issued, preferably with photo ID, ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and provide a photograph, after which the samples will follow a strict chain of custody.
Family Relationship Tests are used to establish a genetic family relationship when the child’s alleged father is unavailable, missing or deceased for testing. In order to obtain the best results, the mother of the child should be submitted for testing. If the testing is to verify the motherhood of a child, please contact us to discuss the possibilities.
Private Option (Home Test) Our Family Relationship Tests are performed using samples collected at home, provided that you do not need the results of the DNA analysis for legal purposes (see below for our legally admissible option). Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the collection of samples as well as instructions and consent form.
The Twin Zygosity Test can determine whether twins are identical or fraternal, since identical twins have the same genetic profile, whereas fraternal twins have profiles comparable to any other brother/sister relationships.
Twin Zygosity Tests are often performed out of curiosity, but can sometimes also be useful for medical purposes.
Private Option (Home Test) The test is performed using samples collected at home, provided that you do not need the results of the DNA analysis for legal purposes (see below for our legally admissible option). Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the collection of the samples as well as instructions and consent forms.
Legal Option If you need the results of the DNA test to be used in a legal context, contact us to make an appointment in one of our collection centres near you. For the results to be legally admissible, all of the participants must go to a collection centre, present official identification (must be government-issued, preferably with photo ID, ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and provide a photograph, after which the samples will follow a strict chain of custody.
The Genetic Identification Service generates a genetic profile that is unique to the individual, and no other person can have the same profile (unless they are your identical twin). The test is a way to keep a DNA profile on file which can be valuable in a wide range of contexts. DNA testing technology makes it possible to match biological evidence to a given individual or, conversely, to exclude persons of interest.
Beyond law enforcement, Orchid PRO-DNA can assist private investigators, medical professionals, and citizens with cases involving:
Even if the motive is pure curiosity, our laboratory will provide a genetic identity report including your DNA profile. Please note that our Genetic Identification Service cannot be used to determine family ancestors.
Private Option (Home Test) The test is performed using samples collected at home. Our laboratory will send you a sampling kit containing all the necessary material for the collection of the samples as well as instructions and consent forms.
Legal Option If you need the results of the DNA test to be used in a legal context, Orchid PRO-DNA offers a service that supports the admissibility of the test results in court. Simply contact us to make an appointment in one of our collection centres near you. For the results to be legally admissible, all of the participants must go to a collection centre, present official identification (must be government-issued, preferably with photo ID, ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and provide a photograph, after which the sample will follow a strict chain of custody.
1. Order online or call 1-800-565-4505
2. Collect your samples at home using the kit provided
3. Return your samples and forms by mail
4. Results are sent after 5–7 business days
2. Schedule a sample collection at one of our authorized centres
3. Results are sent after 5–7 business days
Legal testing follows a strict chain of custody, making results valid in court for matters such as custody, immigration, or inheritance.
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How is DNA used to prove or disprove paternity?
Since everyone inherits half of their genetic material (DNA) from their mother and the other half from their father, DNA analysis makes it possible to determine first, which maternal traits are present in the child, and second, to check whether the remaining traits are present in the presumed father. If the latter does not have the traits that the child must have inherited from the biological father, then paternity is excluded. If the presumed father has these traits, then paternity is statistically established.
How accurate is the PRO-DNA Paternity Test?
The Orchid PRO-DNA Paternity Test uses highly accurate genetic technology and validated procedures. If the presumed father is not the biological father, the probability of paternity will be 0%. If the presumed father is the biological father, the paternity will be confirmed with a minimum probability of 99.99%, with the participation of the mother.
Why test the mother in a paternity test?
A conclusive paternity result can be obtained without testing the mother. However, the mother's participation is recommended even if maternity is not questioned. The participation of the mother increases the accuracy of the paternity test because the genetic characteristics received from the mother can be determined and a more straightforward comparison may be made with the genetic characteristics of the alleged father. In the absence of the mother, further analysis may be required in certain situations.
Is a blood sample better than a buccal sample?
No. A buccal sample yields results that are as accurate as those obtained from a blood sample. In fact, since the DNA is identical in each and every cell in a person's body, a wide variety of biological samples, even dating back several years, can be used because the DNA molecule is highly stable.
Do all the parties have to be present at the same time and at the same collection centre?
For the test to be legally admissible, generally speaking, the mother, child and presumed father must be present at the same time and at the same collection centre in order to identify each other. However, it is possible to take samples at different times or at different places if the parties do not wish to see each other or if they live in different regions.
Does the DNA test have any legal value?
Yes, if the legal admissibility option is ordered. Orchid PRO-DNA is committed to establishing its protocols according to good laboratory practices and maintaining a strict chain of custody in order to ensure the admissibility of the results in court. In addition, Orchid PRO-DNA's expertise is supported by the analysis of several thousands of genetic profiles. If necessary, a qualified professional can testify in court regarding the results of a DNA test, the procedures followed or the chain of custody.
Are the results confidential?
Yes. All the circumstances surrounding a DNA test, including the results obtained and all communications, are strictly confidential. To ensure their confidentiality, no results are disclosed over the telephone. Results are transmitted by mail or through our web portal (e-mail notice) to the eligible persons specified on the consent forms.
Is it possible for a person to alter his or her DNA to falsify the results?
No. Alcohol, drugs, medications, age, and lifestyle cannot alter DNA. Only a bone marrow graft can alter DNA. The blood cells of the grafted person thus contain the same DNA as that of the donor but sometimes, the buccal cells may contain a mixture of the DNA from the recipient and donor DNA (chimeric).
What are some of the reasons why a person might request a DNA test?
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Orchid PRO-DNA by Dynacare
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