DNA Cousin Test

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Private Cousin Test

2 cousins $150 Order »
 
3 cousins $245 Order »
 

Legal Cousin Test Learn more about legal testing

2 cousins $255 Order »
 
3 cousins $350 Order »
 
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DNA Cousin Test
Private Knowledge DNA Cousin Test starting at $150 and Legally Admissible DNA Cousin Test starting at $255

DNA testing can help to investigate whether two individuals are cousins. Please read the information provided below to fully understand the benefits and limitations of the cousin test before ordering.

When a Cousin Test is Required

The most common reason why a DNA Cousin test is ordered is because the cousin's parents are not available for testing. Paternity and Maternity testing will always provide conclusive answers. If the required parents are not available for testing, then the next best test is the Aunt or Uncle test. However, if it is impossible to test the Aunt or Uncle, and the only remaining option is to test cousins, then cousin testing can be performed. However, please keep in mind that a cousin test is not as conclusive a a parentage test or an Aunt and Uncle test and should only be chosen if there are no other better options available.

How the Cousin Test Works

When a Cousin test is conducted, the DNA laboratory will determine the genetic profiles of the alleged cousins. Based on the type of genetic material inherited by each sibling, a kinship index is determined.

If the kinship index result is less than 1.00, this indicates non-relatedness. If the sibship index is greater than 1.00, this indicates that the two tested individuals are more likely to be true biological relatives. The higher the value of the kinship index, the greater the likelihood that the two individuals are true biological relatives.

A cousin test will help to provide you with an indication of whether you are more likely to be biological related or not biologically related.

  • Check the status of your test online and download your test report instantly when it is ready
  • Results in 3 to 5 business days

What if the individuals to be tested live at different addresses, can you split the kit?

Yes, if the individuals to be tested live in different cities, or even different countries, we can split the kit and send each component to a different address. Since the kits are individually barcoded, the samples will still be tested together even if the are sent back separately. To order a split kit, please write the following into the comments box of the online order form "Please split kit". Please also indicate the name and address to send each component.

What is the difference between Private and Legal Tests?

The private test is intended for individuals who need to know the truth about a relationship in private before deciding on the next step to take. If the private test is chosen, a home swab kit is sent directly to the parties involved so that the samples can be collected quickly and discreetly in the privacy of your own home.

The legal test is intended for individuals who need to use the results in court. As a mandatory requirement of the legal test, the sample collection must be performed and witnessed by an unbiased third party who has no interest in the outcome of the test using a strict chain-of-custody collection procedure. Clients can choose to arrange their own witnessing and collection can use the legal version of our Home kit, or they can choose to have us arrange for professional sample collection and witnessing at one of our hundreds of legal collection facilities in the United States and Canada.

Both the legal and the private tests are equally accurate. The only difference is whether the sample collection is witnessed or collected in private. Please rest assured, that regardless of which test type you choose, you will receive the highest quality DNA test with absolute accuracy.

Professional Collection and Witnessing Services

For legal testing, the sample collection must be performed and witnessed by an unbiased third party who has no interest in the outcome of the test using a strict chain-of-custody collection procedure (such as a physician, notary or lawyer). Clients can choose to arrange their own witnessing, or they can choose to have us arrange professional sample collection and witnessing at one of our hundreds of legal collection facilities located throughout the United States and Canada. The cost for Professional Collection and Witnessing is $50 per person (Fees may be higher in remote areas and Alaska or Hawaii). If you would like us to arrange collection and witnessing for you, please choose the Professional Collection and Witnessing Services option.