Benefits
Our laboratory specializes in providing state of the art DNA testing services to legal clients, hospitals, government departments and private clients. We are committed to utilizing the most advanced testing technologies to ensure the highest level of accuracy, rapid turnaround times and guaranteed accuracy. Our laboratory has a network of over 3000 facilities worldwide for chain of custody specimen collection services for legal casework. We have listed our key strengths below. Compare for yourself. We are confident that no other company can come close.
AABB & ISO17025 Accredited
DNA testing results last a lifetime. Accreditation is the method that clients can determine the quality and reliability of a laboratory. Our testing laboratory is AABB and ISO17025 Accredited to ensure the highest standards. AABB accredited test reports are required for legal and immigration casework. US Immigration will only accept AABB accredited laboratory reports. Our legal test reports are accepted by US immigration and is recognized as legal proof of relationship and non-relationship in courts throughout North America.
Simple & Streamlined
DNA is collected quickly and painlessly by rubbing a swab inside the mouth against the cheek. It’s as easy as brushing your teeth and can be done easily and safely on individuals at any age, even newborns. The collection kit can be sent directly to your home, or else we can arrange an appointment for you for sample collection at one of our hundreds of collection sites across the country.
Convenient
Choose from private testing or legal testing options. Our testing kits contain all of the supplies necessary from beginning to end to make this an effortless process for you. If you choose to attend an appointment for witness collection, our booking staff will take care of you throughout the entire booking process to ensure that all parties can attend appointments at a time and location which is most convenient for them. We will be there for you throughout the entire process to make it as effortless for you as possible.
Higher Accuracy
Our tests are 100 times more discriminating than the industry standard. All paternity test reports come complete with the laboratory data and the full genetic profile for each tested individual. Our laboratory tests 16 markers for every test, versus the 9 to 10 which is tested in most labs.
Lower Cost
Savings from volume testing, laboratory automation, and modern technology are passed on to our clients. Metaphase Genetics currently provides wholesale pricing direct to the public at $99. We constantly evaluate ourselves against our competitors to ensure that we keep our promise that you will not receive a better test at a better rate.
State-of-the-art Technology
By choosing a large high volume laboratory, you will benefit from our years of experience and our vast resources. Our laboratory is equipped with the most modern instruments and utilizes the newest DNA technology. Smaller testing facilities often do not have the resources to purchase expensive automated laboratory equipment and cannot produce the high quality testing, lower pricing, and faster turnaround times offered by larger labs.
Faster Turnaround Time
The average turnaround time for DNA testing is 1 to 2 business days. Testing begins promptly once we receive your samples. You login online after approximately 1 to 2 business days using your password and I.D. confirmation number to obtain results as soon as the test is completed.
More Experience
In addition to blood and swab samples, we are experienced in handling forensic samples for special circumstances. Examples of forensic samples that we examine include cigarette butts, contact lenses, blood stains, saliva stains, urine stains, razor clippings, hair, bone samples, teeth, toothbrushes, and many more. Our laboratory specializes in DNA testing, and we have the capability to help you even if you are in an unusual situation.
