Do the individuals being tested live in different cities, states - or even countries? No problem! At My Forever DNA, we make it easy to confirm relationships no matter the distance.
We offer multi-location shipping for all of our DNA tests. Whether you're testing between family members who haven't met in person yet or simply need the convenience of separate addresses, we’ve got you covered.
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Your DNA kits will be sent to each participant’s location and then matched at our partnered AABB-accredited laboratory using names, birth dates, and unique ID numbers for secure and accurate processing.
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We recommend shipping your samples back to our laboratory as soon as possible after collection to ensure timely processing.
📦 Important Shipping Tip: Please place the samples in the paper envelope provided in your kit when returning them. Do not use any plastic bags, including Ziploc bags, for storage or shipping, as this can compromise the sample quality.
We work hard to get your DNA kit to you as quickly as possible!
🕑 Orders placed after 2 PM CST (Monday - Friday) will ship the next business day.
📦 Orders placed on Saturday or Sunday will ship the following Monday.
All kits are shipped via FedEx Express 2-Day Shipping, and you’ll receive a tracking number by email once your kit has shipped.
To help speed up your results, each kit also includes a prepaid FedEx 2-Day return envelope, so your DNA samples get back to our lab quickly and securely.
Need to start your test today?
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Our home DNA tests are 99.999% Accurate - delivering the same level of precision and reliability as our legal DNA tests.
Industry-Leading Accuracy
We test more DNA (Genetic) Markers than most other DNA companies:
- 24 DNA (Genetic) Markers for Paternity and Maternity tests
- 46 DNA (Genetic) Markers for Sibling, Grandparent, and Aunt/Uncle tests
Most labs only test 16 or 21 markers, which can reduce accuracy in complex relationships. Our expanded testing ensures greater certainty and confidence in your results.
Accredited U.S. Laboratory: All testing is performed in our partnered AABB-accredited laboratory located in the United States. This accreditation guarantees the lab follows the highest standards of accuracy, quality control, and proficiency in DNA testing.
Same Lab as Our Legal Tests: Whether you choose a home test or a legal test, your samples are processed in the exact same professional laboratory - so you can trust that every result meets the highest standards of reliability.
Absolutely - Yes! My Forever DNA has been a proud Amazon seller and trusted partner since 2016, continuing to offer our at-home DNA test kits on the world’s largest eCommerce platform. However, ordering directly from My Forever DNA provides faster results, enhanced customization, and personalized customer support - benefits you won’t receive when purchasing through Amazon.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the benefits:
🚀 1. Faster Results: When you order directly from our website or by phone, your DNA test kit ships via FedEx 2-Day Delivery. We also include prepaid, trackable FedEx shipping back to our accredited U.S. lab, ensuring your samples arrive quickly and securely.
By comparison, Amazon Kits include standard USPS prepaid envelopes, which can take up to 14 business days to reach our lab and cannot be tracked once mailed. (You may upgrade to faster shipping at your own expense.)
🧬 2. When you order directly from My Forever DNA, you can tailor your kit to your exact situation:
Ship to multiple locations (perfect for family in different cities or states). Shop Multiple-Location Kits
Add additional participants or discreet/alternative samples (hair, nails, or toothbrush). Shop "Secret" Discreet Home DNA Testing
Choose your test type: paternity, maternity, siblingship, grandparent, aunt/uncle (avuncular), or twin zygosity. Shop All At-Home DNA Test Kits
📦 3. Personalized Service & Real-Time Updates: You’ll receive email updates at every step - from when your kit ships, to when it’s received by the lab, to when your results are ready.
Our dedicated DNA Specialists are always available by phone or email to answer your questions and ensure your experience is seamless from start to finish.
🧪 4. Trusted Accuracy from a Certified U.S. Lab: All My Forever DNA tests are processed in our partnered U.S.-based AABB & CAP-accredited laboratory, ensuring the highest level of precision, confidentiality, and reliability.
Can I still order through Amazon? Yes! If you prefer to shop through Amazon, you can visit our official Amazon storefront here: 👉 My Forever DNA Amazon Storefront
Whether you order directly or through Amazon, you’ll receive the same accurate, confidential, and affordable testing trusted by families nationwide since 2015.
However, for faster turnaround times and personalized service, we always recommend ordering directly from MyForeverDNA.com.
Each My Forever DNA Test Kit includes everything you need to easily collect and return your DNA samples for accurate laboratory analysis.
Your kit contains:
✅ Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Step-by-step guide for collecting your DNA samples quickly and correctly-no guesswork required.
🧬Sterile, FDA-Approved Buccal (Cheek) Swabs: Pain-free and accurate DNA collection using sterile swabs - two per packet for reliable results.
✉️ Individual DNA Sample Envelopes: Each sample is clearly labeled and securely sealed for complete confidentiality.
🧾 Result Notification Form: Simple form to include your contact details and preferred result delivery method.
📬 Prepaid, Pre-Addressed FedEx Return Envelope: Fast, trackable delivery back to our lab - at no extra cost to you.
If you prefer not to have a kit shipped to your home or you live outside the U.S., we also offer a Digital Home DNA Test - the same trusted process, but completely online. Simply download and print your collection forms to get started today.
Yes! My Forever DNA specializes in discreet and alternative DNA testing options for situations where a traditional cheek swab isn’t possible or preferred.
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With Discreet "Secret" DNA testing, you can choose to privately test someone by collecting and submitting non-traditional DNA samples such as:
- Hair with the root attached
- Fingernail clippings
- Earwax swabs
- Toothbrushes
- Cigarette butts
- Chewing gum
- Or other personal items that may contain DNA
While we cannot guarantee that DNA will be found on every item submitted, if DNA is present, our **U.S.-based laboratory specializing in advanced forensic DNA testing** can accurately compare it to another sample to determine paternity, maternity, sibling, grandparent, or aunt/uncle relationships
If a buccal cell sample (cheek swab) cannot be collected because the individual is unavailable - or if you prefer not to request a direct DNA sample - My Forever DNA can perform testing on a wide range of forensic or alternative DNA samples.
👉 Shop Discreet or Forensic DNA Testing Kits
Examples of acceptable sample types include:
Toothbrush
Dried blood stains Tissues or Kleenex with mucus
Hair with the root attached or hairbrush Razor or shaving materials
Cigarette butts or chewing gum
While DNA cannot be guaranteed from every item, if DNA is present, our U.S.-based forensic laboratory can accurately compare it to another sample to determine paternity, maternity, sibling, grandparent, or aunt/uncle relationships.
Yes! My Forever DNA can ship DNA test kits to nearly any country worldwide.
For our international customers, we highly recommend our Digital At-Home DNA Test - the same trusted testing process, but completely online. You can download and print your collection forms from anywhere in the world, making it fast, secure, and convenient.
If you would still prefer a physical kit shipped internationally, you’re welcome to Contact Us with your details.
Please note: if you need a standard kit shipped internationally, there is an additional shipping fee, and prepaid return shipping to our U.S. laboratory is not included for analysis.
Yes! It is safe and very easy to collect cheek (buccal) swabs from a newborn baby. The process is quick, gentle, and completely non-invasive - simply rub the sterile swab inside the baby’s cheek to collect the DNA sample.
At My Forever DNA, our kits include FDA-approved, sterile buccal swabs specifically designed for pain-free collection, even for newborns.
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Yes! A paternity test can be performed without the mother’s participation.
If the mother is unavailable or chooses not to be tested, My Forever DNA can accurately perform the test using only the alleged father and child’s DNA samples.
These results are just as accurate and reliable as if the mother were included in the test.
No, not at all! Our DNA testing kits are completely painless and easy to use. The process involves a simple buccal (cheek) swab - think of gently rubbing a Q-tip on the inside of your cheeks.
During collection, a sterile swab is rubbed along the inside of the cheek for about 30 seconds to gather cells. The process is quick, non-invasive, and safe for all ages - even newborns.
➡ Shop Paternity DNA Test Kits
➡ Shop All At-Home DNA Test Kits
Once all DNA samples have been received by our accredited U.S. laboratory, your results are typically available within the following timeframes:
🧬 Paternity, Maternity, or Twin Zygosity Tests: Results in 1-3 business days
👨👩👧 Sibling, Grandparent, Aunt, or Uncle Tests: Results in 2-3 business days
🕵️ Alternative or Discreet DNA Samples (such as hair, toothbrush, or fingernails): Results in 5-7 business days after samples have been received.
Your assigned DNA Specialist will notify you once your samples arrive at the lab and testing begins.
There is no online portal or account registration required. Instead, you’ll receive your confidential results in the method you choose - by email, phone, or U.S. mail.
⚡ Need results sooner? Rush Processing is available for an additional fee. Please Contact Us or call 1-402-800-7161 to request expedited testing options.
No - Never! That’s one of the many things that makes My Forever DNA unique. You never have to worry about your personal information or DNA data being shared, sold, or made public in any way.
Unlike many other DNA testing companies, we do not share, sell, or distribute your data - ever. Your DNA information is used only for the specific test you order and is kept completely confidential within our secure, U.S.-based laboratory.
For an added layer of privacy, you are welcome to use alternate or abbreviated names when labeling your DNA samples.
For example, if the alleged father’s name is John Smith, you may write J. Smith or even a completely different name. This ensures that your test remains confidential and cannot be connected back to any individual by name.
For more details on how we protect your privacy, please visit our 🔒 Privacy Policy
Yes! My Forever DNA has been the authority in legal and at-home DNA testing since 2015. Our at-home DNA tests are processed in the same AABB-accredited U.S. laboratory used for court-admissible testing ensuring the same level of accuracy and reliability as a doctor’s office.
Each test is 99.999% Accurate and analyzes 24 or 46 DNA (Genetic) markers (depending on the test type) - among the highest in the industry. For comparison, most labs test only 16-21 markers.
👉 Learn more about our accreditations and expertise in DNA testing
Our kits are easy to use with a simple cheek swab, and results are typically ready in 1-3 business days after samples arrive at the lab. You choose how to receive your results - by email, mail, or phone.
1️⃣ Paternity DNA Test: Determines whether a man is the biological father of a child/adult. 👉 Shop Paternity DNA Test Kits
2️⃣ Maternity DNA Test: Determines whether a woman is the biological mother of a child/adult. 👉 Shop Maternity DNA Test Kits
Want to understand the full difference between these two tests? Read our blog post explaining the difference between Paternity and Maternity DNA Testing
Yes! Paternity can be established before the baby is born with a Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity (NIPP) Test. This advanced test uses a simple blood draw from the mother and a cheek swab from the alleged father to determine paternity safely and accurately - without any risk to the baby.
PLEASE NOTE: There is no product currently on the market that offers an at-home DNA kit capable of accurately determining paternity while a woman is still pregnant. Many companies falsely claim to provide this type of testing, but these tests are not reliable or scientifically validated.
The Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity (NIPP) Test is a medical-grade laboratory test that can only be performed in person, as it requires a blood draw from the mother and a cheek swab from the alleged father.
👉 Learn more or schedule your Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity DNA Test
Yes. There are several reliable DNA testing options available if the alleged father is missing, unavailable, or deceased.
In these cases, testing can be performed using DNA from close biological relatives of the alleged father, such as:
👵 Grandparent DNA Test - Learn More
👩👧 Sibling DNA Test - Learn More
🧬 Aunt or Uncle (Avuncular) DNA Test - Learn More
If a DNA sample from the alleged father is available - such as a toothbrush, razor, hair, or other personal item - discreet or forensic testing may also be possible.
No. Anyone can have a paternity test performed for either legal or personal informational reasons.
You do not need a doctor’s order or a court order to begin testing.
👉 Shop Home Paternity DNA Test Kits
👉 Legal DNA Testing
Please note: Due to New York State residency laws, My Forever DNA - as well as all other DNA testing companies - is not authorized to sell, ship, or perform DNA testing services for New York residents without a doctor’s order.
No. Paternity and relationship DNA testing are not considered “medically necessary” procedures.
Because of this, health insurance and Medicaid do not cover the cost of DNA testing. All DNA tests through My Forever DNA are privately paid and completely confidential, with no information shared with insurance providers or government agencies.
To learn more, read this helpful article from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine): 🔗 Why DNA genetic tests are not covered by insurance
Your My Forever DNA Collection Kit is shipped 100% confidentially in a plain FedEx envelope.
For your privacy, our company name does not appear anywhere on the package -instead, it is labeled simply as “Confidential.”
Each kit also includes a prepaid, pre-addressed FedEx return envelope for you to send your DNA samples back to our accredited U.S. laboratory quickly and securely, ensuring faster results.
No. There is no minimum age requirement for DNA testing.
In fact, newborns, children, teens, and adults can all be tested with a simple, painless cheek swab.
Our FDA-approved sterile swabs make the process safe, easy, and completely non-invasive for all ages.
No. Alcohol, drugs, tobacco, food, or most medical treatments including chemotherapy - will not affect your DNA or the accuracy of your test results.
Your DNA remains the same regardless of lifestyle factors or medications. However, for the most accurate collection, we recommend avoiding eating, drinking, smoking, or chewing gum for at least 30 minutes before using your cheek swabs.
To learn more about how cancer treatments, blood transfusions, or drug use may impact DNA collection, read our in-depth blog post:
👉 Is Your DNA Affected by Cancer Treatments, Blood Transfusions, or Drug Use?
Yes - Your DNA results are kept 100% confidential at all times.
We only release results to the individuals listed on your Result Notification Form, ensuring your privacy is fully protected.
Unlike many other DNA testing companies, My Forever DNA does not share, sell, or distribute your personal information or DNA data under any circumstances. Your information is used solely for the specific test you order and is processed secure.
For more information on how we safeguard your data, please review our
👉 Privacy Policy
Yes - depending on the type of test you choose. My Forever DNA offers both at-home paternity testing and legal paternity testing.
Our at-home DNA test kits are designed for peace of mind and informational purposes only. These results are not court-admissible, but they provide the same high level of laboratory accuracy as legal tests.
For cases requiring court-admissible or legally binding results - such as child support, custody, or immigration - we offer Legal DNA Testing performed in person at our Omaha, Nebraska office. To better understand the difference between informational and legal testing, read our detailed blog post: 👉 Understanding the Difference Between At-Home (Informational) and Legally Binding DNA Tests
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➡ Legal DNA Testing
➡ Learn More About Immigration DNA Testing
Due to New York State laws, My Forever DNA - along with all other DNA testing companies offering at-home DNA test kits - is not authorized to ship an at-home DNA test kit to a New York address.
New York requires that all DNA testing be conducted through a physician’s order or court authorization.
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(Available in all other U.S. states.)
No - you do not need the mother’s consent to perform an at-home paternity DNA test in most U.S. states. There are no federal or state laws that prohibit a legal guardian or alleged father from ordering an informational (non-legal) DNA test without the mother’s involvement or signature.
🧬 At-Home DNA Test Kits -Quick, confidential, and accurate results from home.
⚖️ Legal DNA Testing - Court-admissible results following a verified chain of custody.
🌎 Immigration DNA Testing - Trusted by families and attorneys for U.S. visa and citizenship cases.
At-home paternity tests like My Forever DNA’s At-Home Paternity Test Kits are designed for private knowledge and peace of mind, not for court purposes - which means they can be performed discreetly and confidentially from the comfort of your home.
However, if you require court-admissible DNA test results for child support, custody, immigration, or other legal matters, the testing process must follow a legally supervised chain of custody. That process requires verified consent from all tested individuals and identity confirmation through an AABB-accredited laboratory - like the one My Forever DNA proudly partners with to ensure scientifically precise and fully accredited results.
👉 Learn why the biological mother’s consent isn’t required and how paternity DNA testing works →DNA Paternity Testing (Wikipedia)
Yes. The results from My Forever DNA are clear, concise, and easy to understand.
We know that for many clients, this may be their first experience with DNA testing, so we take extra care to make your results as straightforward and transparent as possible. Each report includes a detailed explanation of your DNA comparison and the probability of relationship, written in simple language - not scientific jargon.
To help you feel completely confident in reading your report, My Forever DNA has created a comprehensive, step-by-step guide that walks you through how to interpret your DNA results and understand what the numbers really mean.
👉 Learn how to read your paternity test results with our easy guide → How to Understand Your Paternity Test Results (Comprehensive Guide)
No - and that’s one of My Forever DNA’s standout features!
Unlike many competitors that rely on impersonal barcodes and confusing online portals, My Forever DNA takes a more compassionate, customer-centered approach. We believe in combining science with empathy - ensuring your experience is simple, secure, and personal from start to finish.
Every customer is assigned a Dedicated DNA Specialist who personally oversees your case, answers questions, and guides you every step of the way. There’s no online registration required - we handle everything for you with care and precision.
Your confidential results are delivered the way you prefer - by email, phone, or mail - and we maintain multiple layers of data protection to ensure your privacy and security are always our top priority.
👉 Learn more about what makes a Dedicated DNA Specialist different → What Is a Dedicated DNA Specialist at My Forever DNA?
The main difference is legal validity and how the samples are collected.
⚖️ Legal Paternity DNA Test: Used for court or government purposes (child support, custody, immigration, etc.)
- Follows a strict chain of custody - DNA is collected by a neutral, trained professional.
- Requires photo ID verification and documentation.
- Results are court-admissible and legally binding
🏠 At-Home DNA Test Kit: Used for personal knowledge or peace of mind.
- Samples are self-collected with easy cheek swabs - no witnesses or ID needed.
- No chain of custody, so results are not valid for court.
- Equally accurate, private, and convenient.
👉 Learn more about the difference → At-Home vs. Legal DNA Tests
