Genetic Data Privacy Notice

Effective Date: March 24, 2026
Last Updated: March 24, 2026

This Genetic Data Privacy Notice explains how NYC DNA TESTING OF THE BRONX LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) handles DNA-testing-related information in connection with services offered through nycdnatesting.nyc (the “Website”).

This Notice should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

1. Scope of This Notice

This Notice applies to genetic, testing-related, and service-related information collected, received, used, stored, or disclosed in connection with DNA testing services arranged by NYC DNA TESTING OF THE BRONX LLC.

This may include:

  • participant names,
  • contact information,
  • identification information,
  • relationship information relevant to the requested test,
  • appointment and specimen collection details,
  • consent and authorization documents,
  • chain-of-custody or similar documentation,
  • laboratory submission information,
  • testing records,
  • result-related records and communications, and
  • other information reasonably necessary to schedule, coordinate, administer, document, and complete requested services.

We may collect testing-related information:

  • directly from clients, participants, parents, guardians, or authorized representatives,
  • through appointment request forms, phone calls, emails, text messages, and other communications,
  • during scheduling and administrative intake,
  • through identity verification and consent documentation,
  • from specimen collectors or collection sites,
  • from laboratories processing requested services, and
  • from other authorized persons or entities involved in the requested service.

We may use testing-related information as reasonably necessary to:

  • respond to service inquiries,
  • review and process service requests,
  • schedule and confirm appointments,
  • verify identity and obtain required documentation,
  • coordinate specimen collection,
  • submit and manage laboratory processing,
  • maintain testing and administrative records,
  • communicate with clients and authorized individuals,
  • release results to authorized persons,
  • comply with legal, regulatory, operational, accreditation, or recordkeeping requirements,
  • protect our rights, business operations, staff, service providers, and clients, and
  • enforce our policies, terms, and service requirements.

All DNA testing services arranged through NYC DNA TESTING OF THE BRONX LLC are subject to our identification, consent, documentation, and specimen-handling procedures.

Depending on the service and applicable requirements, participants may be required to provide:

  • valid government-issued identification,
  • signed consent forms,
  • signed authorization forms,
  • parent or guardian authorization for minors,
  • chain-of-custody or similar documentation,
  • additional participant, relationship, or case information, and
  • any other documentation required by the laboratory or applicable authorities.

We reserve the right to delay, deny, or cancel services if required information or documentation is not provided.

We do not sell genetic data or DNA-testing-related information.

We may disclose testing-related information only as reasonably necessary to:

  • provide requested services,
  • coordinate with specimen collectors, collection sites, and laboratories,
  • communicate with clients, participants, or authorized representatives,
  • release results or service information to persons authorized to receive it,
  • comply with court orders, subpoenas, legal process, or other lawful obligations,
  • respond to government or regulatory requirements,
  • protect safety, rights, records, service integrity, or business operations where permitted by law, and
  • support billing, administration, legal, accounting, or professional service functions.

6. Access to Results and Testing Records

Access to testing-related records and results may be limited to:

  • the tested adult individual,
  • a parent or legal guardian where applicable,
  • a legally authorized representative,
  • a person authorized in writing,
  • a court, agency, laboratory, or other party legally entitled to receive the information, or
  • other persons as permitted or required by law.

We may require identity verification or documentation before releasing records or results.

7. Minors

If a requested service involves a minor, a parent or legal guardian may be required to authorize the service and provide documentation showing authority to consent.

We reserve the right to refuse or delay services involving minors if appropriate authorization is not provided.

We may retain testing-related information for as long as reasonably necessary for:

  • service administration,
  • recordkeeping,
  • client communication,
  • legal compliance,
  • dispute resolution,
  • quality assurance,
  • business operations, and
  • enforcement of our policies and agreements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of service, documentation requirements, laboratory requirements, and applicable law.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect testing-related information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, loss, or disclosure.

However, no method of transmission, storage, or security is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Submitting a form, contacting us through the Website, or requesting an appointment does not by itself constitute formal informed consent to DNA testing.

Separate consent forms, identification documents, authorizations, specimen collection procedures, and related service documentation may be required before testing can proceed or results can be released.

11. Third-Party Laboratories and Service Providers

In order to provide requested services, we may work with third-party laboratories, specimen collectors, collection sites, administrative vendors, payment processors, and other service providers.

We are not responsible for the independent policies or practices of third parties except as required by law. However, we may share testing-related information with such parties where reasonably necessary to coordinate and provide requested services.

12. No Sale of Genetic Data

We do not sell genetic data, DNA samples, or DNA-testing-related information.

13. Changes to This Notice

We may update or modify this Genetic Data Privacy Notice at any time by posting a revised version on this page.

Any updated version will become effective as of the posted “Last Updated” date.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions regarding this Genetic Data Privacy Notice, you may contact:

NYC DNA TESTING OF THE BRONX LLC
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (212) 235-1857