Avuncular Test - 44 Marker

$199 for two people includes delivery of results in 2 business days

Our 44 marker test is the most accurate relationship test available.

Avuncular DNA tests allow siblings of the alleged father (the niece and/or nephew’s aunts or uncles) to participate in a DNA test to verify their biological relationships with possible family members.When we perform a Avuncular DNA Test, also known as an Aunt/Uncle DNA test, we examine 44 specific DNA markers and then analyze them to determine the statistical probability that a individual is the biological aunt or uncle of a particular child (minor or adult). This testing is often used instead of a paternity or maternity test in determining a direct parental relationship when the father or mother is not available. Since we all inherit our genomic content from our parents who, along with their brothers and sisters, have inherited their genetic material from their parents, our genetic material reflects our relationship with our aunts and uncles.

Private At Home Avuncular DNA Testing

Bio-Gene DNA Testing only perform a home Avuncular DNA test using a 44 marker basis. While much higher than the industry standard of 16 markers, we have found that it is in our clients best interests to only perform higher marker testing. You deserve to get the most accurate answers the first time you take a DNA test.

Bio-Gene DNA Testing will not perform 16 marker testing for any Avuncular test, as we do not believe that lower marker tests provide accurate results in most cases. The cost difference in minimal, but the accuracy of the results are much higher using a 44 marker test.

 

 

Read why Bio-Gene will not perform 16 marker testing for Avuncular tests.

The best case scenario in many cases is to test the aunt or uncle, mother, and child to ensure conclusive results about the father. With the industry standard of 16 markers , when less people are tested more markers are needed, and there is no guarantee of a conclusive result.

We recognize that it’s not always possible to test three or more people and by using a 44 marker basis it is possible to take a statistical approach by testing only the aunt or uncle and child which allows us to derive a conclusive result in almost every avuncular case using only two individuals.

The most accurate method of collecting your DNA sample is to use a buccal swab, which is similar to a “Q-tip” cotton swab, which is rubbed on the inner cheeks of the mouth of those being tested. Sometimes it is not possible to obtain a buccal swab sample. We are able to test alternative samples, normally at only a slight extra cost. The DNA sample should have been stored in a paper envelope or temperature environment for the best possibility of success in extracting the DNA. The sample ideally should not have been stored in a plastic bag for an extended time. If you have questions, please call one of our Certified Bio-Gene Genetic Consultants at 1-844-BIO-GENE (246-4363) to discuss your particular sample prior to ordering a n avuncular test.

Some of the alternative samples that can usually be tested include:

Amniotic Fluid	Cups / Bottles	Feminine Hygiene	Razors
Bandaid (Used)	Dental Floss	Fingernails	Tissue
Chewing Gum	Earwax	Hair (With Root)	Toothbrush
Cigarette Butt	Electric Razor	Hat (Well Worn)	Toothpick
Condom (Used)	Envelope / Stamp	Pacifier	Underwear

When you submit an alternate sample please be aware that, while we have a tremendous success rate in obtaining usable DNA profiles from different sources, there is no guarantee that sufficient DNA will be found on your particular sample.

The Accuracy Of The 44 Marker Avuncular DNA Test

Please take a moment to review some of our case studies. The benefits of testing 44 markers rather than lower marker tests can be found in the case studies from real life scenarios. If you have any questions, be sure to consult with a Genetic Consultant at 1-844-246-4363.

The following information helps to understand the difference between 16 marker test results and 44 marker test results.

Case 1

An alleged aunt, mother and child were tested using the 16 marker test. The results were a probability of relationship at 43.47%, which is too low to be conclusive. In this case, the participants added the mother into the analysis but still ended up with inconclusive results. After testing 44 markers, the probability of relationship increased to 91.43%.

 

Case 2

An alleged uncle and a male child were compared with the 16 marker test and the probability of relationship was found to only be 23.90%. Our laboratory tested the two individuals with the 44 marker test and found that the probability of relationship increased from 23.90% with the 16 maker test to 89.81% with the 41 marker test.

Case 3

In this case, the alleged aunt and child were tested with the 16 marker test and the probability of relationship was only 27.26%. The mother was added and the probability changed to 14.25%. It appeared that the alleged aunt was more likely to be unrelated. We applied the 44 marker test on the three participants and found that the probability of relationship was 96.24%. The dramatic change was due to the fact that the 16 markers were not enough for a conclusive result. As a control, our laboratory also analyzed just the alleged aunt and child with 44 markers without the mother and found the probability of relationship to be 90.24%.

 

The conclusion that can be drawn from these case examples is that a 16 marker DNA test will not produce accurate or conclusive results, in most cases, when performing an avuncular test.

How to Order an Avuncular DNA Test

To order your Avuncular DNA test kit, please complete the order form located on the bottom of this page. Our prices can be found by selecting the test of your choice, the number of people testing, and your payment preferences when providing the information that is relevant to your particular case.

When ordering an avuncular test you may choose to use a testing kit from Bio-Gene DNA Testing or make your own kit. If you chose to use a Bio-Gene DNA Testing DNA collection kit, you will choose the shipping option that is right for you. Once your kit is mailed, you will be provided a tracking number to be able to determine when it will arrive.

The second option of making your own DNA kit may be especially helpful is you are using alternate samples, or do not wish to wait the kit to arrive at your shipping address due to time constraints. If you choose to use your own kit, you will choose the “make my own kit” option on the order form, and within 4 hours of receipt of your order (during normal business hours) you will be e-mailed a submission form, a unique ID that is only for your case (we cannot process any DNA samples without this case number), detailed instructions on how to collect and package your DNA samples, and our laboratory’s address to forward your DNA samples to for immediate processing.

To learn about using your own DNA testing kit, please click HERE. We strongly encourage the use of your DNA testing kit for those needing testing who live outside of the United States.

Understanding Your Avuncular DNA Testing Results

Aunt/Uncle DNA testing is based on a Kinship Index as explained above. Below is an example of how your testing report will look. We guarantee the accuracy of our test findings but are never able to guarantee specific results until comparing DNA samples. In this case, the testing results indicate that a brother of the aunt tested against the child IS the biological father. The commonly accepted proof for relationships in performing this type of testing is 80% and greater. In this particular case, had the aunt’s brother not been the father of the child, the conclusion would have indicated that results in place of the probability shown. The reports issued are easy to understand and, most important, conclusive in 99.99% of all testing cases we accept. Using the most accurate testing available we are able to eliminate inconclusive results in almost instance.

 

If you have questions you can e-mail us at support@biogenednatesting.com, or you may call one of our Genetic Consultants at 1-844-BIO-GENE (246-4363) to discuss your case confidentially.