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Gardai to use new roadside drug testing device this Christmas

Gardai to use new roadside drug testing device this Christmas

Gardai will be out in force on Ireland’s roads this Christmas, with a new drug testing device designed to deliver rapid results during roadside drug tests. The pocket-sized Securetec DrugWipe® 6s device has been introduced by the Medical Bureau of Road Safety (MBRS)...
What are the different types of twins?

What are the different types of twins?

As a leading DNA testing laboratory, we often meet families that have experienced multiple births, with twins being the most common of all. The upward ‘trend’ in multiple births has grown significantly over the last 20 years, with factors such as fertility treatments...
10 amazing DNA facts you may not know

10 amazing DNA facts you may not know

As a laboratory with a successful track record providing peace of mind and court-approved DNA testing, we understand the complexity of DNA and what it can tell us about human beings. Our in-house geneticists analyse DNA samples every day to verify biological...
Twin DNA – the science behind one of our most popular tests

Twin DNA – the science behind one of our most popular tests

As a leading provider of peace of mind DNA testing for members of the public, we are often asked about the science behind DNA testing, especially when we’re talking about twins. In Ireland, around 2% of pregnancies result in twins. A rise in the number of people...
Legal drug testing: how to interpret the results  

Legal drug testing: how to interpret the results  

Legally instructed drug tests remain a fundamental part of family court proceedings, especially in instances where the safety of a child is paramount. Once hair, nail, urine, and/or oral fluid samples have been collected by a trained clinician under chain of custody...
Discreet, confidential DNA testing – what you need to know

Discreet, confidential DNA testing – what you need to know

As an award-winning, ISO 17025-accredited DNA testing laboratory, we are often asked how we can guarantee discretion for customers who choose us for their DNA testing. After all, DNA testing can be an extremely sensitive subject, especially in circumstances such as...
Prenatal paternity testing: when is it useful in Family Court?

Prenatal paternity testing: when is it useful in Family Court?

A non-invasive prenatal paternity (NIPP) test is the safest option for anyone looking to establish paternity before a baby is born and can be extremely beneficial for legal matters. As an accredited testing laboratory providing prenatal paternity testing, we are often...