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We are proud to introduce our new Baby Gender Test with fuss-free, home sample collection using our innovative TinyTAP device! Expectant parents can now find out the sex of their baby from as early as 6 weeks into pregnancy for a 99% accurate result, with only a blood sample from mum required. Unlike other laboratories […]
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AlphaBiolabs: up to 153 DNA markers analysed – the most powerful legal testing in Ireland
We are excited to announce our most powerful DNA testing service yet, analysing up to 153 DNA markers for court-admissible DNA testing. As the only laboratory in Ireland offering this level of analysis, AlphaBiolabs provides unmatched accuracy and reliability for verifying biological relationships in legal cases, including child welfare and protection matters, custody disputes, inheritance […]
The benefits of SCRAM CAM® for alcohol monitoring
Continuous alcohol monitoring plays an important role in family law, particularly when it comes to child welfare and custody cases. Worn around the ankle and designed to detect traces of alcohol in sweat, SCRAM CAM® provides a state-of-the-art solution for ongoing monitoring And for a limited time, AlphaBiolabs’ Legal customers can benefit from 15% off […]
Sample collection for Prenatal Paternity Testing: what you need to know
For parents who have questions regarding their unborn child’s paternity, an AlphaBiolabs Non-invasive Prenatal Paternity (NIPP) Test provides a 100% safe, accurate and reliable way of determining paternity before the baby is born. But what samples are required for a NIPP test? And how are these samples collected? In this blog, we look at […]
World Mental Health Day: addressing mental health in the workplace
World Mental Health Day (10 October) aims to raise awareness of mental health issues globally and mobilise support for mental wellbeing. This year’s theme set by the World Federation of Mental Health – It’s time to prioritise mental health in the workplace – is a call-to-action for people around the world to start talking about […]
The role of repeat alcohol testing in Family Court
For family courts across Ireland, the primary concern is often the welfare of children. Where alcohol misuse by a parent or guardian is suspected or has been an issue in the past, alcohol testing plays an important part in helping the court make decisions regarding custody arrangements and safeguarding measures. Ensuring an ongoing safe environment […]
AlphaBiolabs awarded ISO 14001 accreditation
AlphaBiolabs is proud to share that we have been awarded ISO 14001 accreditation, following a stringent assessment of our internal Environmental Management System (EMS). The accreditation serves as recognition of our ongoing efforts to minimise our carbon footprint and demonstrates our commitment to reducing environmental impacts. As an established laboratory with over 20 years’ experience […]
AlphaBiolabs re-awarded ISO 9001 certification
We are proud to share that we have once again been awarded ISO 9001 certification, following an in-depth audit of our quality processes and procedures. As a testing laboratory serving members of the public, the legal sector, including family solicitors, local authorities and social workers, and the workplace, we are committed to maintaining the […]
Health Research Board reports rise in alcohol treatment cases and poly drug use
A new report published by the Health Research Board (HRB) found a significant increase in the number of alcohol treatment cases across Ireland in 2023. Throughout 2023, 8,163 people sought treatment for problem alcohol use, marking a 10% increase on the previous year, and the highest annual total in a decade. Among first-time treatment seekers, […]
Understanding of alcohol consumption guidelines ‘extremely low’ among Irish adults
The number of Irish adults who understand HSE alcohol consumption guidelines is ‘extremely low’ according to a survey by DrinkAware. The survey found that only 3% of adults know the low-risk guidelines for alcohol consumption, with over half of adults who drink alcohol admitting to binge drinking at some point over the past month. According […]