How do you get a DNA test through social services and who talk to does it cost anything?

How to get a DNA test through social services

In the United States, social services agencies (such as Child Protective Services or the Department of Health and Human Services) can order DNA tests for the following reasons:

* To determine paternity in child support cases

* To determine the biological relationship between a child and their alleged parent

* To investigate child abuse or neglect cases

* To identify deceased individuals

If you believe that you may need a DNA test, you should contact your local social services agency. The agency will assess your situation and determine if a DNA test is necessary. If it is, the agency will order the test and provide you with the results.

Who to talk to

To get a DNA test through social services, you should talk to the following people:

* Your social worker

* The child support enforcement agency

* The court (if you are involved in a legal case)

Does it cost anything?

In most cases, DNA tests ordered by social services agencies are free of charge. However, some agencies may charge a fee for the test if it is not related to a child support or child welfare case.

What to expect

If you are ordered to have a DNA test, you will need to provide a sample of your blood or saliva. The sample will be sent to a laboratory for analysis. The results of the test will be available in a few weeks to a few months.