Forensic genetic paternity test at the request of a private individual
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A forensic genetic paternity test (DNA test) is performed when there is uncertainty about the biological paternity. The child welfare officer can order a test in connection with the investigation of paternity, and the court can order a test when it is processing a matter concerning the establishment or annulment of paternity. In other situations, the test is requested as a private person, in which ...
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Upon request, the forensic genetics team of the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare will provide the necessary documents, sampling tools, delivery envelopes and sampling instructions. The primary sample in the forensic genetic paternity test is the swab sample from the inner surface of the cheek. Samples are taken by a licensed health care professional in a health care unit (usually a private medical centre).
To whom and on what terms
A private person can request a test if all the persons required for the test voluntarily consent to it. If a child under 15 years of age is to be tested, the child’s parents and guardians must give their consent to the test.