The final step in the laboratory procedure for a Paternity Test, is to issue a report and dispatch it to the person requesting the test. The report will show the result of the DNA test and highlight the relationship from a genetic perspective. Whether the test shows an inclusion or exclusion, a detailed report is always issued and having a good grasp of it is important to understand the results of this life-changing test.
The format of the Paternity Test Report varies between laboratories, but all reports should include the following components:
- The case identification number.
- A listing of the samples, including identification information and (possibly) pertinent data such as the date of sample collection and the date it was received at the laboratory.
- A description of the method used to perform the test.
- A list of the loci analysed normally in table format.
- A presentation and interpretation of the results.
Typical examples of Paternity Test Reports may be viewed by clicking on the links below:
Report 1: Results indicate that the alleged father is in fact the biological father. You can upload the same document found on this link.
http://www.easydna.ie/downloads/English%20Motherless%20Inclusion.pdf
Report 2: Results exclude the alleged father from being the biological father. You can upload the same document found on this link.
http://www.easydna.ie/downloads/English%20Motherless%20exclusion.pdf
The examples of paternity test reports provided are samples of the most common and straightforward reports. There are of course exceptions and sometimes there will be factors such as genetic mutations which will alter the report and results. In such cases you may be required to send in the mother’s samples. Any queries you may have with your paternity test report may easily be answered by the company that has provided you with the test.
