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By Casey Randall, Director of Genetics Laboratory at AlphaBiolabs
Last reviewed: 30/09/2025
AlphaBiolabs’ DNA testing starts at just €109, but the price can vary depending on the type of test you need and how you intend to use the results (i.e. for peace of mind or legal reasons).
In this article, we discuss the cost of DNA testing in more detail, including the cost of AlphaBiolabs’ DNA testing.
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What affects the price of a DNA test?
The cost of a DNA test can vary depending on:
- Test type – different DNA tests can have different price points in accordance with their complexity and lab processing times.
- Number of people being tested – the cost of the test can vary, depending on how many people need to be tested.
- Purpose of the test – samples for court-admissible DNA testing need to be collected by a professional sample collector under strict chain of custody conditions, which increases the price compared to at-home tests taken for personal peace of mind.
All these factors combined will determine the cost of the test, so it’s important to choose a DNA testing laboratory that best suits your needs and budget.
Are there hidden costs in DNA testing?
At AlphaBiolabs, we believe in providing affordable DNA testing services, without compromising on quality.
When you order a peace of mind DNA test from us, the price you see is the price you pay, with no hidden fees.
The cost of your test includes all lab fees and outbound postage of your test kit.
How much does an AlphaBiolabs DNA test cost?
Below is a list of our home DNA testing services, along with the cost of each test.
Please note that these tests are for peace of mind only. This means that the results of the test can give you peace of mind or help you answer any questions you might have, but they cannot be used for legal purposes.
If you require a DNA test for court or other official matters, call 01 402 9466 or email info@alphabiolabs.ie.
Paternity test
- Receive 100% accurate results with Ireland’s fastest, most reliable paternity test.
- Results in 2-3 days – €119 + FREE shipping
Non-invasive Prenatal Paternity (NIPP) test
Verify a child’s paternity from as early as 7 weeks into pregnancy, with our 100% risk-free test.
- Results in 3-5 business days* – €879 + FREE sample collection at our walk-in centres
- Results in 3-5 business days* + sample collection by one of our professional sample collectors at a convenient time or location – €1,028
*Following receipt of samples at our laboratory
Maternity test
Confirm whether a woman is the biological mother of a child, with this simple test.
- Results in 2-3 days – €109 + FREE shipping
Sibling DNA test
Our sibling test can help you verify whether two or more individuals are full siblings or half siblings.
- Results in 2-3 days – €169 + FREE shipping
Twin DNA test
Our twin test – also known as a zygosity test – will confirm whether multiple children from the same birth (e.g. twins, triplets etc.) are genetically identical.
- Results in 2-3 days – €119 + FREE shipping
Aunt DNA test
Confirm whether or not there is a biological relationship between a niece or nephew and their potential aunt.
- Results in 2-3 days – €169 + FREE shipping
Uncle DNA test
Confirm whether or not there is a biological relationship between a niece or nephew and their potential uncle.
- Results in 2-3 days – €169 + FREE shipping
Grandparent DNA test
Confirm whether or not there is a biological relationship between a child and their potential grandmother/grandfather.
- Results in 2-3 days – €169 + FREE shipping
Baby Gender Test
Find out your baby’s sex from as early as 6 weeks into pregnancy.
Collect your own blood sample in the comfort of your own home using our innovative, pain-free TinyTAP device (At-home Baby Gender Test) or have your sample collected by one of our specially trained clinicians (Clinical Baby Gender Test).
At-home Baby Gender Test
- Results in 3-4 days – €168 + FREE shipping both ways
Clinical Baby Gender Test
- Results in 3-4 days – €119 test + FREE sample collection at one of our walk-in centres OR +€149 for blood draw performed by an AlphaBiolabs Sample Collector at a convenient time and location of your choice
Y Chromosome DNA test
Find out whether alleged male relatives share a common paternal line.
- Results in 2-3 days – €199 + FREE shipping
Single Genetic Profile test
This test provides you with your genetic profile, whether for personal use or for work.
- Results in 2-3 days – €109 + FREE shipping
Toothbrush DNA test
Our toothbrush DNA test offers an alternative method of collecting a DNA sample for the purposes of performing a DNA relationship test.
- €79 + the cost of your chosen DNA relationship test
Note: The results of your DNA relationship test will be made available in up to 4 business days from receipt of your samples at our laboratory (provided a DNA profile could be retrieved from the toothbrush).
Nail DNA test
Our nail DNA test offers an alternative method of collecting a DNA sample for the purposes of performing a DNA relationship test.
- €79 + the cost of your chosen DNA relationship test
Note: The results of your DNA relationship test will be made available in up to 4 business days from receipt of your samples at our laboratory (provided a DNA profile could be retrieved from the nail clippings).
Is a legal DNA test more expensive?
A legal or court-admissible DNA test typically costs more than a peace of mind DNA test for several reasons:
- Sample collection – for a peace of mind test, the DNA samples can be self-collected at home. For a legal test, samples must be collected by a professional sample collector under chain of custody conditions.
- Chain of custody – this is strictly followed for a court-admissible DNA test, ensuring sample integrity and reliability i.e. that the DNA samples are collected from the right people in the correct way.
- Lab accreditation – for the test results to be admissible in court/for official matters, the DNA test must be performed by an ISO 17025-accredited laboratory. This is not required for a peace of mind DNA test, although any reputable testing laboratory should hold the relevant accreditations to perform DNA testing.
- Reporting – for a legal DNA test, a detailed Expert Report is required that outlines the laboratory’s accreditations, qualifications/experience of the Reporting Scientist, chain of custody information, technical information, a summary of the results and more.
The cost of a legal DNA test can also vary depending on the requirements of the instructing party (i.e. type of test required, number of people being tested, whether samples need to be collected from multiple locations).
How much is a court-approved DNA test?
The cost of a court-approved DNA test varies depending on the type of test you need, how many people need to be tested, and whether the DNA samples need to be collected from multiple locations.
If you need a quote for a court-approved DNA test, call our Customer Services team on 01 402 9466 or email info@alphabiolabs.ie.
Can I get a DNA test for free?
DNA testing is not available for free via the public health service (HSE) unless there is a clear medical need (e.g. for the diagnosis or management of a suspected genetic condition).
However, testing laboratories like AlphaBiolabs have made DNA testing more affordable and accessible than ever before.
Explore our full range of DNA testing services, or contact our friendly, knowledgeable Customer Services team on 01 402 9466 / info@alphabiolabs.ie to discuss your needs.
Do you offer discounts or payment plans?
We accept all major debit and credit cards, and PayPal, so you can pay for your DNA test with ease.
We also offer limited-time discounts across our product range. Visit our Discount Codes page now to see the latest live codes: https://www.alphabiolabs.ie/discount-codes/.
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