When direct testing isn't possible, aunts and uncles can provide the answers you need. Get reliable results for legal cases, family questions, and the clarity that comes with knowing the truth.
Avuncular testing (Aunt/Uncle testing) is used to determine if a child is related to the alleged father's siblings. This is an excellent alternative when the father is deceased or unwilling to test.
Testing the alleged father's full brother or sister against the child to establish paternity indirectly.
Testing the mother's siblings to confirm maternity in cases where the mother is unavailable (e.g., adoption/immigration).
When the alleged father has passed away and direct paternity testing is not possible.
Proving family relationships for visa applications and immigration proceedings.
Simple, secure, and confidential. Get your answers in 4 easy steps.
We verify that the aunt/uncle is a full sibling to the alleged parent.
Painless cheek swabs from the aunt/uncle and the child.
Lab calculates the avuncular index to determine the likelihood of relationship.
Receive your probability of relationship report in 3-5 business days.
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Personal Knowledge Only
It is possible but significantly reduces the accuracy of the test. We strongly recommend testing with a full sibling of the alleged parent whenever possible.
Including the mother is highly recommended. Her DNA helps the lab filter out the maternal genetic markers, making the comparison with the aunt/uncle much more precise.
It provides a statistical probability of relationship, which can strongly indicate paternity. However, it is an indirect test. If the father is available, a direct Paternity Test is always the best option.