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TESTS OF KINSHIP AND DESCENT

TESTS OF KINSHIP AND DESCENT

Where do we come from and who are our ancestors

DNA is the genetic information stored in the cells of our body and is a combination of the DNA of both of our biological parents. Therefore, when situations or circumstances arise in life that lead to the need to verify one's biological relationship with another person or persons, a DNA kinship test comes into play, which can be used to determine paternity, confirm maternity, consanguinity, as well as to determine the zygosity of twins or the origin of family lines.

Descent tests analyse DNA with so-called STR markers, which can confirm or exclude the relationship of the tested persons with certainty. We recommend that you approach kinship testing responsibly and after considering all the possible consequences that the results of such an analysis may have for the family. 

Sample collection is completely painless and takes no more than 5 minutes. It can be obtained by oral swab or blood collection. You can also swab your oral cavity in the comfort of your own home, then just send it to us by post. For blood collection, it is necessary for all people tested to come to our outpatient clinic. All tests can be performed anonymously if required. Our laboratory does not conduct paternity tests in cooperation with a court-appointed expert.

Paternity DNA test

Do you need to verify paternity? Test the biological relationship between the alleged father and the child from the comfort of your own home using this anonymous paternity DNA test intended for private purposes in our accredited genetic laboratory with many years of experience and the largest number of DNA paternity tests performed in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The test can be performed on individuals of any age, from infants to adults. The DNA paternity test either clearly excludes (0%) or proves (at least 99.9%) the male paternity.

The basic DNA test includes a collection kit and the analysis of 2 samples(alleged father and child).

The result consists of a simple report, which we will send to your email no later than 5 business days after receiving the sample in our laboratory.

This test has its own website with detailed information at dnatestyotcovstvi.cz/en/

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Maternity DNA test

Do you need to verify maternity? Test the biological relationship between the alleged mother and the child from the comfort of your own home using this anonymous maternity DNA test intended for private purposes in our accredited genetic laboratory with many years of experience and the largest number of DNA maternity tests performed in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The test can be performed on individuals of any age, from infants to adults. The maternity DNA test either clearly excludes (0%) or proves (at least 99.9%).

The basic DNA test includes a collection kit and the analysis of 2 samples(alleged father and child).

The result consists of a simple report, which we will send to your email no later than 5 business days after receiving the sample in our laboratory.

This test has its own website with detailed information at dnatestyotcovstvi.cz/en/

More info

Frequently Asked Questions

The time required for the laboratory examination (sample analysis) and the delivery date of the result vary according to the type and complexity of the examination. Usually it is in the order of weeks, for complex tests up to several months. The delivery date of the result is indicated in the details of each test on our website. In urgent situations, e.g. for a woman with a newly diagnosed breast or ovarian tumour before surgery, the oncopanel cancer test is performed in STATIM mode and the result is available within 3-4 weeks, whereas in normal mode it takes up to 6 months.
Health insurance always covers genetic consultations recommended by the attending physician (usually a general practitioner, paediatrician, oncologist, gynaecologist or other specialist). During the consultation, a clinical geneticist will assess whether the indication criteria for testing for the predisposition genes are met; if so, the entire genetic test, including laboratory analysis of the sample and subsequent consultation with the geneticist/doctor, is covered by health insurance. If the criteria for the genetic testing are not met, the patient can pay for the selected/recommended test as a self-payment.
After making an appointment, first fill out our personal and family history questionnaire HERE on our website. This is followed by a consultation with a doctor who will compile your three-generation family tree and decide on the indication for laboratory genetic testing. We also recommend that you bring medical reports from recent important examinations.
Recommendation – a referral from the doctor who recommended the genetic consultation. Medical reports from previous examinations related to the requested genetic test. It is not necessary to be fasting for the genetic examination, so you can easily make an appointment in the afternoon. Do not forget to fill out online genetic family and personal history questionnaire before your visit, which you can find HERE.
By phone at 800 390 390 or 234 280 280, by e-mail at info@ghcgenetics.cz.
It has been reported that approximately 5-10% of cancers are caused by inborn changes in certain genes. One of the main goals of predictive genetic testing is the early identification of people at risk. If risk predispositions (gene mutations) are detected, preventive follow-up at specialised centres is recommended, where possible cancers are detected early and the chances of successful treatment are increased. In the case of high-risk mutations, preventive surgery may be recommended to make the risk of cancer in a given organ virtually impossible (for example, removal of the breast glands or removal of the uterus and ovary in BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation carriers).
If your first-degree relative (parents, siblings, children) develops colon cancer before the age of 45, your risk of developing this cancer is 5 times higher. If you have three first-degree relatives, your risk can be as high as 50%. In families with a history of recurrent bowel cancer or with a history of bowel cancer at a young age, it could be hereditary cancer syndrome (Lynch syndrome). In such cases, genetic consultation is recommended.

Do you have a question or don't know which test to choose?

Call us at 800 390 390 or contact us and we'll be happy to help.