What is a DNA-paternity test?

The DNA-paternity test clarifies if a specific man is the biological father of a specific child. The DNA of the man is compared to the DNA of the child. If everything matches, the man is confirmed as the father. If all the DNA does not match, the man is shown not to be the father.

Background: Every person carries a unique genetic code. This code is encoded in Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). The sequence of the chemical components of the genetic code determine every aspect of our body. Parents pass on their DNA to their children. One-half comes from the father, one-half from the mother. Many sections of the DNA match many individuals exactly whereas others are different in different individuals. These sections allow for DNA-analysis. The exact chemical make-up of the DNA section is examined. The result is the so-called "genetic fingerprint," that distinctly identifies each person. This genetic fingerprint can also be used to determine other lineage relationships such as siblings or grandparents .