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Additional information
Aunt or uncle test: check a relationship when the alleged father is not available
Adnà’s avuncular test compares the DNA of a child with that of the alleged father’s (or alleged mother’s) brother or sister. It assesses the probability that this aunt or uncle is a biological relative of the child, and therefore that the alleged father is indeed the father. The saliva sample is collected at home and is painless. The analysis is done in Canada by a laboratory accredited to ISO 17025 and recognized by the Standards Council of Canada. You receive a PDF report by email 5 to 7 business days after the lab receives your samples.
It is an option when the alleged father is absent, deceased or unwilling to take part.
How much does an aunt or uncle test cost?
The price depends on how many people are tested and how the result will be used. All prices include the kit, the prepaid return label, the lab analysis and the report.
| Participants | Informational test (at home) | Legal test |
|---|---|---|
| 1 child and 1 alleged aunt or uncle | $299 | $399 |
| 1 child, their mother and 1 alleged aunt or uncle | $425 | $525 |
| 2 children, their mother and 1 alleged aunt or uncle | $550 | $650 |
| Special sample (toothbrush, hair, blood…) | $650 | $650 |
There are no hidden fees: no subscription, no file-opening fee and no fee to receive your results.
Informational or legal test: which one do you need?
Both versions use the same analysis and offer the same accuracy. What changes is the proof of identity of the people tested.
- Informational test (from $299). You collect the samples yourself, at home. It is the right choice to answer a personal or family question privately.
- Legal test (from $399). Samples are collected by our team, at our offices or at your home anywhere in Greater Montreal. We verify the identity of each participant and document the chain of custody. The result can then be used in court proceedings. It is not accepted for immigration purposes.
If a judge will need to see the result, choose the legal version from the start. An informational test cannot become a legal one afterwards, because legal samples must be collected by an independent person.
How the test works, step by step
- Order online. Your kit ships the same day and arrives within 2 to 3 business days. It contains one sample envelope per person tested.
- Collect the samples. Each person rubs a swab inside their cheek for a few seconds. It is painless. Our video guide shows every step.
- Send the samples back with the prepaid return label included in your kit.
- Get your results by email, as a PDF, 5 to 7 business days after the lab receives your samples.
How to read the result
The lab analyzes 22 genetic markers (loci) and calculates a probability index. An aunt or uncle shares on average a quarter of their DNA with a niece or nephew, so the result is a probability that is less clear-cut than a direct paternity test.
Two conditions clearly improve the result:
- The aunt or uncle must be a full sibling of the alleged father, meaning they have the same two parents.
- The participation of the child’s mother helps the lab identify the DNA that comes from the father. It is recommended whenever possible.
Other options when the father is not available
- His parents: a grandparentage test.
- Another of his children: a siblingship test.
- A personal item: a toothbrush or hair with roots, with the “Special sample collection” option of the paternity test.
Consent and privacy
Every adult tested must give consent. For a minor child, a parent or legal guardian consents. Your results are sent only to the email address used for the order.
Same-Day Delivery
Shipped the same day you order.
French, English and Spanish customer support available.
SCC Accredited - Accrédité par le CCN
Our partner laboratory is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada
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DNA tests designed and processed in Canada. Order online from across Quebec and Canada.
ISO 17025 Certification
ISO17025 Accredited Partner Laboratory
Maximum Reliability
Enhanced accuracy with 22 genetic markers analyzed
Questions?
How does a home paternity test actually work?
The process is designed to be simple, fast and discreet. You receive a kit containing everything you need to collect a cheek swab sample in a few seconds, at home, with no appointment or medical procedure. You return the samples in the envelope provided. The analysis is performed in accredited laboratories and your results are sent to you as a PDF at the email address linked to your order, 5 to 7 business days after the lab receives them.
Our at-home paternity test starts at $199. The same process applies to all our DNA relationship tests: maternity, siblingship, grandparentage, aunt or uncle.
Here is a video showing how to collect the sample:
Should I choose a legal or an informational paternity test?
Both tests analyze DNA in the same way and offer the same scientific accuracy. The difference lies in the chain of custody and how the results are used:
• The informational test is done at home with a standard kit, without identity verification. It is for personal or family use.
• The legal test requires a supervised sample collection, formal identity verification and full chain-of-custody documentation. Its results can be recognized in court proceedings. It is not valid for immigration purposes.
Our paternity test is available as an informational version from $199 and a legal version from $299. You choose the version when you order.
Does a cheek swab or saliva sample hurt?
No. The sample collection is painless. It is a simple cheek swab: you gently rub a swab inside the cheek for a few seconds. No blood draw, no needle and no medical procedure. The method is safe, gentle and suitable for all ages, including children.
It’s the same simple step for all our DNA relationship tests, whether you are testing a newborn or a grandparent.
How much can I trust the results of my paternity test?
DNA relationship tests are highly accurate. When a biological relationship is confirmed, it is confirmed with a probability of at least 99.99%. When the tested man is not the biological father, the exclusion is 100% certain. Analyses follow strict international standards in ISO 17025 accredited laboratories.
Accuracy is the same for the at-home and legal versions of our paternity test.
Can I do my paternity test myself at home without losing reliability?
Yes, as long as you follow the kit instructions and avoid any male contamination during sample collection. Accuracy is then the same as in a lab: 99.99%. If in doubt, the Adnà team can guide you.
This is the informational version of our paternity test, from $199. If the result will be used in court, choose the legal version instead.
Which alternative samples (toothbrush, blood, etc.) do you accept for a relationship test?
Yes. For DNA relationship tests, our partner laboratory can analyze non-standard samples, such as a toothbrush or blood. The analysis costs $650 and takes longer, because the lab must first extract the DNA using a method suited to the material. Some samples (rootless hair, old tissue, very old cigarette butts) contain very little or degraded DNA.
You can order this option on the paternity test page (“Special sample collection” option). Here is the list of possible samples and their success rates:
Success rate: 90% or more
• Whole semen: frozen vial, fresh swab, or tissue.
• Whole saliva: tube, preferably with preservative.
• Whole blood: lavender-top vacutainer tube.
• Blood/saliva on filter paper: ideally less than 60 days old.
• Bone marrow: fresh or frozen, not on a slide or in paraffin.
• Mucus / sputum: tissue, paper towel, or napkin.
• Toothbrush: let air dry for 30 minutes before packaging.
Success rate: 60% to 90%
• Blood stain on fabric: bandages, gauze, tissues, clothing.
• Semen stain on fabric: gauze, tissue, or clothing (indicate the area).
• Saliva stain on fabric: same, indicate the area.
• Unknown stain on fabric: indicate the area.
• Clipped nails: 5 to 10 recommended.
• Diabetic test strips: several recommended.
• Ear swab: cotton swab / Q-tip.
• Umbilical cord: dried, with a sample from the mother.
• Cigarette butts: several recommended.
• Tampon / sanitary pad: sometimes not viable.
• Straw: let air dry.
• Dental floss: do not touch with fingers.
• Semen (≥200 µl): send frozen.
• Muscle / organic tissue: preferably not embalmed.
• Stillborn fetus: sample from the mother required.
Success rate: 60% or less
• Hair: visible roots, 7 to 10 strands.
• Disposable razor: entire blade with debris.
• Comb / brush: entire item with debris.
• Chewing tobacco: in a plastic bag, <3 days old.
• Jewelry: ring, watch, necklace, etc.
• Chewing gum: sugar-free preferred.
• Can / glass: submit whole rather than a makeshift swab.
• Clothing: hats, caps, bandanas.
• Envelopes / stamps: must have been licked.
• Condom: whole, both inside and outside tested.
• Paraffin-embedded tissue: block or slides.
Success rate: N/A
• Teeth: molars preferred.
• Bone: femur, humerus, or metacarpal (thumb).
• Feces: in a sealed plastic bag, on dry ice or refrigerant packs.
Is DNA paternity testing legal in Canada?
Yes. In Canada, DNA relationship tests are legal and widely used for personal, medical or legal purposes. The consent of all participants is required to take a test with Adnà. For the legal implications specific to your situation, consult a legal professional.
For personal peace of mind, the at-home version of our paternity test is enough. If the result must be presented in court, choose the legal version.
Is Adnà’s DNA test accepted for an immigration application?
No. Adnà does not offer DNA tests validated for immigration purposes. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) requires a strict protocol, with chain of custody and identification performed exclusively by laboratories it recognizes. We recommend Wyndham Forensic Group (WFG), a Canadian ISO 17025 accredited laboratory recognized by IRCC.
For personal use or court proceedings, our paternity test is available in at-home and legal versions.
Can a relationship test also tell me about my disease risks?
No. DNA relationship tests are extremely reliable (99.99%) for confirming or excluding a biological relationship, but they provide no information about health or ethnic origins. Legal relationship tests are recognized for court proceedings; they are not valid for immigration purposes.
To learn about your predispositions to certain diseases, choose our genetic predispositions test instead. To discover your origins, try our ancestry test.
How do I send back my collection kit once the sample is collected?
• After collecting and registering your sample, stick the prepaid return label included in the envelope over the shipping label.
• Seal the envelope, making sure it contains the samples tightly closed in their packaging.
• Mail the envelope by dropping it in a mailbox.
• You can track your order and receive the main shipping notifications by email.
Once the lab receives your samples, allow 5 to 7 business days for the results of a DNA relationship test, and 30 to 45 business days for a health or wellness test.