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 relationships between family members: from determining the identity of a child’s biological father, […]

When Kelly Coupland found out she was pregnant, it wasn’t long before she began to suspect she was having twins. After all, the symptoms were so much more intense than what she’d experienced with her first child: her son, Harry, aged one. And twins run in the family, with Kelly’s nan having had non-identical twin […]

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 having fertility treatments, such as IVF, also means […]

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 paternity testing, where the identity of a child’s biological father is in question. In […]

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 asked about the circumstances in which this type of test might be used for […]

When we talk about DNA testing for legal matters, the first thought that probably comes to mind is paternity testing; a DNA relationship test most used to determine who a child’s biological father is in child maintenance or custody disputes. But did you know that there are multiple ways that we can verify a biological […]

Two women discovered that they were switched at birth 57 years ago after a DNA test revealed the shocking truth. Tina Ennis and Jill Lopez, both of whom were born on 18th May 1964 at Duncan Physicians and Surgeons Hospital in Oklahoma City, US, had no reason to believe that they should question their parentage […]

With so many options available for DNA testing, we know that choosing the right provider for your test can be a tough decision. While many testing providers will advertise the benefits of their DNA tests, from price to the number of DNA markers analysed, there are a few more fundamental things to consider when making […]

As a DNA testing laboratory, we are often asked how a paternity DNA test can prove who a child’s father is.   Whether you’re trying to find the best paternity test for you, or are simply curious about the science, you may want to know more about how paternity DNA tests are performed and how […]

DNA testing has once again been used to discover mix-ups surrounding in vitro fertilisation (IVF). Two months ago, we reported how a couple who took a DNA test ‘for fun’ were shocked to discover that the husband was not their son’s biological dad. Now, another US couple have again resorted to DNA testing to prove […]