DNA Testing Services in New York City
NYC DNA Testing provides professional, appointment-based DNA testing across all five boroughs - paternity, immigration, prenatal, and family relationship testing. Every test in New York is collected with documented chain of custody through our AABB-accredited laboratory partner, so your results are handled to the standard courts and agencies require, whether you need them for personal knowledge or official use.
Queens 718-585-4844·Manhattan 212-235-1857·Brooklyn 347-630-8222·Bronx 929-242-3717·Staten Island 718-841-7200
Compare Our DNA Tests at a Glance
Review who participates, typical timing, and whether each test is set up for official or legal use.
| Test | Who Is Tested | Typical Results* | Official / Legal Use | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paternity | Alleged father + child (mother optional) | 2-3 business days | ✔ Court-admissible chain of custody | Learn more → |
 Immigration | U.S. petitioner + overseas beneficiary | About 2-3 weeks after both collections | ✔ USCIS / embassy via AABB lab | Learn more → |
 Prenatal (NIPP) | Mother + alleged father (from 7 weeks) | About 1 week after collection | Ask - case-dependent | Learn more → |
 Siblingship | Two possible siblings (mothers strengthen results) | 3-5 business days | ✔ Court-admissible chain of custody | Learn more → |
 Grandparentage | Grandparent(s) + grandchild | 3-5 business days | ✔ Court-admissible chain of custody | Learn more → |
 Avuncular (Aunt/Uncle) | Aunt or uncle + niece/nephew | 3-5 business days | ✔ Court-admissible chain of custody | Learn more → |
 Maternity | Mother + child | 2-3 business days | ✔ Court-admissible chain of custody | Learn more → |
*Timing measured from when the laboratory receives all samples; rush options may be available for some tests. Immigration cases depend on embassy/consular scheduling abroad.
Not sure which test fits your situation? Call and describe your case - we'll recommend the right test before you book anything.
How DNA Testing Works in New York State
New York regulates DNA testing more strictly than any other state. Home-collection kits sold online are not valid for New York residents, and testing must run through a laboratory holding a New York State Department of Health clinical laboratory permit. That's why every test we schedule - even for personal knowledge - is collected in person with photo ID verification and documented chain of custody, and performed by our AABB-accredited laboratory partner.
The upside: your results are handled to the same standard courts, USCIS, and government agencies require - so if you ever need them for official use later, they're already valid.
In-person collection, identity verification, chain of custody, and accredited laboratory analysis.
Is There Free DNA Testing in NYC?
We're asked this often, so here's an honest answer: legitimate DNA testing is never free. Professional testing involves certified collectors, laboratory analysis, and documented handling - those have real costs, and services advertising "free DNA tests" typically hide fees elsewhere or produce results that aren't valid in New York.
📞 Call your borough for a straightforward quote - it takes a few minutes and there's no obligation.
- Court-ordered testingIf a Family Court orders a paternity test in a support or custody case, the court process may cover or allocate the cost. That's arranged through the court, not a walk-in service.
- Affordable professional testingWe keep pricing competitive and give you a clear, all-in quote before you commit to anything, with no hidden fees. If budget is tight, tell us - we'll suggest the most cost-effective setup that still gets you valid results.
How to Get a DNA Test in NYC
Call
Tell us your situation - we'll identify the right test, the right participants, and give you an exact quote.
Book your appointment
Same-day or next-day is often available at any of our five borough locations, or ask about mobile collection.
Get results
Most tests: 2-3 business days after the lab receives samples, delivered securely and released only to authorized parties.
Five Locations Across New York City
Appointment-only, Se habla español, mobile collection available for qualifying cases.
DNA Testing in NYC - Common Questions
Which DNA test do I need?
It depends on who's available to test and what the results are for. Paternity is the direct test when the alleged father can participate; when he can't, grandparent, avuncular (aunt/uncle), or siblingship testing can establish the relationship through other relatives. Call and describe your situation - we'll recommend the right test before you book.
How accurate are DNA tests?
Standard parentage tests typically show a probability of 99.99%+ for inclusions and 0% for exclusions. Relationship tests through other relatives (sibling, grandparent, avuncular) are statistical and strengthen when more relatives - especially the child's mother - participate.
Is there free DNA testing in NYC?
No legitimate DNA testing is free - professional testing involves certified collection and laboratory analysis. Court-ordered tests in Family Court cases may be handled through the court process. We provide clear, all-in quotes before you commit, with no hidden fees.
How much does DNA testing cost in NYC?
Pricing depends on the test type, the number of participants, and any special coordination (multi-city or immigration cases). Call your nearest location and we'll give you an exact quote in one call - confirmed before you book, no hidden fees.
Can I use an at-home DNA kit in New York?
No. New York does not permit self-collected mail-in DNA testing - samples must be collected through a documented process and analyzed by a laboratory holding a NYSDOH clinical laboratory permit. Our in-person collection meets those requirements.
Are your results court-admissible?
Yes. Every test we schedule follows documented chain-of-custody collection with photo ID verification, performed by an AABB-accredited laboratory partner - the standard courts and agencies require.
How long do results take?
Most tests: 2-3 business days after the laboratory receives all samples (siblingship and other relationship panels can take 3-5). Immigration cases typically take 2-3 weeks after both collections. Rush options may be available.
Can participants test in different cities or states?
Yes. Through a nationwide partner network, each participant can be collected locally while the case stays properly connected - common for immigration cases and split families.