Introduction
DNA Testing Before a Baby is Born? Is this possible? The question of paternity is one that has been asked for centuries, and with the advent of modern technology, it has become easier than ever to answer. Learn more
DNA Testing Before a Baby is Born: Prenatal Paternity Testing?
Prenatal paternity testing is a process by which a laboratory uses DNA samples from both the mother and potential father(s) to determine who the biological father of an unborn baby is. Prenatal Paternity Testing is available early as the baby’s DNA is naturally found in the mother’s bloodstream after 7 weeks into the pregnancy, and results are available within 7 days.
The process compares a sample from the mother’s blood to a sample taken from the alleged father. A match between the alleged fathers’ DNA and that found in the mother’s sample identifies him as the biological father of the unborn baby.
Non-invasive prenatal paternity DNA test
A non-invasive prenatal paternity DNA test does not require a needle to be inserted into the womb and it is the most exact way to determine the paternity of a baby before birth. The sample is analysed by an ultra-modern process that combines the latest DNA technology and unique methods of preservation. Learn more
Conclusion
In summary, prenatal paternity testing confirms or excludes an alleged father as the biological father of an unborn baby.