Yes, it is possible. It is conducted free of charge.
The triple prenatal paternity test has an accuracy of over 99.99%.
This test uses a non-invasive method, making it completely safe for both the mother and the baby, with no risk of miscarriage.
Non-invasive prenatal testing is completely safe and does not pose any risk to the mother or fetus. Unlike invasive testing, it does not disrupt the safe environment of the womb. Invasive prenatal testing involves collecting fetal DNA through procedures like amniocentesis or chorionic villus sampling, which carry a risk of miscarriage.
To conduct this test, two blood samples from the pregnant mother and two oral swabs from the presumed father are required. However, DNA can also be collected from other samples from the father. For a list of those samples, please see here.
The blood samples and oral swabs from the mother and the oral swabs from the father do not need to be collected from the same location. However, it is important that all samples are collected on the same day if possible and sent to the lab as quickly as possible. This helps prevent DNA degradation and keeps the samples in usable condition. It is preferable to extract DNA within one week of blood collection.
Yes, a reference sample from the presumed father is necessary to confirm whether it matches the fetal DNA.
The blood samples from the pregnant mother must be collected by a healthcare facility or other medical professionals who can safely obtain blood. Please arrange this at your convenience. We have partnered with over 100 clinics across Japan, and blood sample collection can be done at these affiliated clinics.
The oral swab samples from the mother and the presumed father can be easily collected by themselves. It is important to collect these samples on the same day as the blood collection and to send all samples to the lab immediately. This helps maintain the quality of the received samples.
The prenatal paternity test is available from the 6th week of pregnancy. It is not recommended to perform this test before that, as there is a high likelihood that there is not enough fetal DNA present in the mother’s blood.
Results will be provided via email within 7 days after all samples have arrived at the lab.
Yes, this test is suitable for mothers who have undergone infertility treatment. While mistakes during the IVF process are rare, there is a possibility that the wrong sperm sample may be used. This could result in the sperm donor not being the biological father of the child. The prenatal paternity test can help confirm such errors before the baby is born.
The test can be conducted with a surrogate mother as well.
It will be performed using blood from the surrogate and swabs from the biological mother and father.
Participants should bring a photo ID.
About the Costs
The total cost of this test is available here.
No, there will not be a charge. If retesting is necessary at the testing facility, you will not be billed for the testing fees.
Yes, you can.
Yes, you can.
After the blood collection.
Yes, you can. Please purchase it here. We will discuss the location for the blood collection after your purchase.
Currently, Hiro Clinic requests that both partners visit the clinic whenever possible. This is to ensure the most accurate test results, so your cooperation is appreciated. However, if visiting the clinic is difficult, you may send the cheek swab sample from the alleged father separately.