Heritage ID Testing
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Orchid utilizes a network of over 5000 collection sites worldwide.
Orchid utilizes a network of over 5000 collection sites worldwide.
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Orchid Cellmark holds multiple accreditations from various organizations and adheres to the standards of each accrediting organization. Compliance by our laboratories to these accreditation requirements provides assurance to our clients that test results provided by Orchid Cellmark are of the highest quality. Clink on the links above to learn more about our accreditations.
Orchid Cellmark holds multiple accreditations from various organizations and adheres to the standards of each accrediting organization. Compliance by our laboratories to these accreditation requirements provides assurance to our clients that test results provided by Orchid Cellmark are of the highest quality. Clink on the links above to learn more about our accreditations.
Heritage ID Testing
General
- Is it possible to preserve a DNA sample?
- What is Heritage ID?
- How can a preserved DNA sample be used?
- Do I need an attorney?
- Do I need a doctor’s order or court order?
- How Is My Personal Information Protected?
1. Is it possible to preserve a DNA sample?
DNA, once extracted from a biological sample, is very stable. It can be stored on a special long term storage card for decades without compromise.
2. What is Heritage ID?
Heritage ID is Orchid Cellmark's program for providing a DNA profile and preserved DNA sample from a living or deceased individual. This program enables the client to maintain his/her DNA sample and/or profile for future use such as testing and/or verifying identity.
3. How can a preserved DNA sample be used?
It can be used to resolve paternity, health or inheritance issues after someone dies or can be used to track or identify an individual when a person has gone missing.
4. Do I need an attorney?
No, Orchid Cellmark does not require clients to have an attorney in order to conduct a DNA test.
5. Do I need a doctor’s order or court order?
Usually a doctor’s order and court order are not required. However, in compliance with New York State Law, Orchid Cellmark requires a prescription or court order for all DNA identity and/or relationship tests performed on a New York resident.
6. How Is My Personal Information Protected?
Your privacy and security are important to us. Your samples are shipped to us in a tamper proof bag. Entry into our DNA testing facility is by restricted access only. All samples are bar-coded and all computer systems are secured. Results are sent to authorized individuals only and cases are only discussed with those who are authorized to do so. For the protection of the tested parties, results are not usually released over the phone except in unusual circumstances. All samples and DNA profiles are retained for a period of time, as required by accreditation guidelines but are destroyed after the requisite storage periods.