Description
Get the legal documentation you need when the father is unavailable
An avuncular DNA test analyzes the DNA of an aunt or uncle and compares it with a niece or nephew to determine if there’s a biological relationship. Because aunts and uncles share genetic markers with their siblings, comparing these markers can indirectly verify parentage.
The test is normally done when the only means of establishing paternity is by testing the alleged father’s relatives to see whether they are related to the child in question.
The lab cannot perform an avuncular test if the aunt/uncle is NOT a full sibling to the alleged father in question.
Common Uses for Avuncular DNA Tests:
Confirming relationships when parents are unavailable for testing
Clarifying family history or genealogical research
Establishing biological relationships for personal reasons or legal cases
