Discreet Paternity Testing • Alternative DNA Samples
About This Discreet At-Home Paternity DNA Test
Accurately and privately determine if a man is the biological father of a child when a standard cheek swab is not possible from one participant. The My Forever DNA® Discreet At-Home Paternity DNA Test Kit Using Alternative DNA Samples allows you to submit one alternative DNA sample paired with a standard cheek swab from the other participant, with trusted lab standards, clear instructions, and real DNA Specialist support.
- 99.999%+ Accurate, with testing performed by a Premier U.S. AABB-Accredited and CAP-Certified laboratory specializing in advanced forensic DNA testing.
- 24 DNA Genetic Markers + Dual Processing with advanced review for added accuracy, consistency, and confidence.
- Standard cheek swabs from either the alleged father or child, and one alternative/discreet DNA sample of your choice for the other participant are included.
- Accepted alternative DNA samples may include toothbrushes, hair with root, nail clippings, earwax swabs, chewed gum, used tissues, dental floss, razor debris, and more.
- Discreet FedEx shipping both ways for private, trackable delivery and return.
- Fast 5-7 business day results after DNA viability is confirmed and testing is completed.
- No online portal required, no kit activation, and no barcode registration.
- Real DNA Specialist support from a caring U.S.-based team.
Precision You Can Trust. Privacy You Can Rely On.
At My Forever DNA®, every discreet paternity DNA sample is processed by a trusted U.S.-based laboratory with verified AABB accreditation and CAP certification that specializes in advanced forensic DNA testing, so you can feel confident your results are backed by real laboratory standards.
Each discreet at-home paternity DNA test includes 24 DNA Genetic Markers + Dual Processing for paternity analysis. This gives families a higher level of testing detail, added confidence, and careful review when working with sensitive or alternative DNA samples.
When paternity is confirmed, results can show a 99.999% probability of paternity. Each case is carefully reviewed for accuracy, consistency, sample quality, and result reliability before results are released.
My Forever DNA® focuses on verified accuracy, transparent testing standards, clear results, and real human support from start to finish.
Learn more about our laboratory standards, accreditation, and testing process on our About Our Laboratory page.
Discreet DNA Testing Using Alternative Samples
This discreet paternity DNA test is designed for real-life situations where one participant cannot provide a standard cheek swab. Whether you need to test using a toothbrush, hair with root, nail clippings, earwax, chewed gum, or another eligible sample, this kit gives you a private and flexible way to seek paternity answers from home.
This kit works best when one participant provides a standard cheek swab and the other participant provides an alternative DNA sample.
Used Toothbrush
Used by the same person at least 20–30 times. Send the entire toothbrush or the head of an electric toothbrush.
Used by the same person at least 20–30 times. Send the entire toothbrush or the head of an electric toothbrush.
Hair with root
25–50 strands preferred. Follicles or visible roots must be attached.
25–50 strands preferred. Follicles or visible roots must be attached.
Earwax swabs
2-3 cotton swabs with visible earwax.
2-3 cotton swabs with visible earwax.
Nail clippings
5-10 freshly clipped nails. More is better when possible.
5-10 freshly clipped nails. More is better when possible.
Chewed gum
Chewed sugar-free gum is preferred.
Chewed sugar-free gum is preferred.
Used Tissue
Tissue with visable mucus may be submitted.
Tissue with visable mucus may be submitted.
Dried blood stain
On a bandage, cloth, or similar item.
On a bandage, cloth, or similar item.
Razor debris
Electric or disposable razor debris may be submitted.
Electric or disposable razor debris may be submitted.
Dental floss picks
Used dental floss or used floss picks.
Used dental floss or used floss picks.
Other eligible samples
Sample acceptance depends on whether enough usable DNA can be recovered.
Sample acceptance depends on whether enough usable DNA can be recovered.
Important sample viability note: Alternative DNA samples must go through a viability review before full paternity testing can be completed. Viability testing fees are non-refundable because the laboratory must attempt to recover usable DNA from the sample provided. If the initial DNA sample does not provide enough usable DNA, we will contact you to ask whether you would like to submit another alternative DNA sample for an additional $100.00 fee.
For the best chance of success, submit the freshest possible sample, avoid plastic bags, keep samples dry, and follow all included instructions carefully.
A More Personal DNA Testing Experience
My Forever DNA® has been a trusted provider of at-home DNA testing since 2015. Unlike many online DNA testing companies that rely on portals, activation codes, barcode registration, and automated communication, My Forever DNA® was built around a more human testing experience.
You get the privacy and convenience of home DNA testing with the reassurance of real DNA Specialist support when it matters most. Our team is here to help you understand which samples may work best, how to package your samples correctly, and what to expect once your samples arrive at the laboratory.
Whether you are looking for privacy, flexibility, or a discreet way to complete paternity testing when a cheek swab is not possible, this at-home DNA test helps make the process feel easier, safer, and more manageable.
Need a Different DNA Testing Option?
Not every family situation is the same. If this discreet paternity DNA test is not the best fit, My Forever DNA® offers additional private DNA testing options.
Prefer a standard cheek swab paternity test?
If both participants can provide standard cheek swabs, our Standard At-Home Paternity DNA Test may be a better fit.
If both participants can provide standard cheek swabs, our Standard At-Home Paternity DNA Test may be a better fit.
Need to test participants in different locations?
If the alleged father and child live in different homes, cities, or states, our Multiple Location Home Paternity DNA Test Kit may be the best option.
If the alleged father and child live in different homes, cities, or states, our Multiple Location Home Paternity DNA Test Kit may be the best option.
Prefer not to have a kit shipped to your home?
If you need to begin discreet sample collection right away without waiting for delivery, our DIY Digital Discreet Paternity DNA Test may be a better option.
If you need to begin discreet sample collection right away without waiting for delivery, our DIY Digital Discreet Paternity DNA Test may be a better option.
Clarity, Care & Transparency
For informational use only. This product is not a medical device and is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent, or assess any medical condition.
To learn more about how My Forever DNA® approaches product transparency, privacy, responsible advertising, and customer trust, visit our Trust & Transparency Statement .
This at-home DNA test kit is not intended for legal or court-admissible purposes unless a legal chain-of-custody test is specifically purchased. To learn more, visit our Legal DNA Testing options .
