Description

Our DNA test kits are all packed in the same way and contain the following:

• Kits are packed with swabs for up to 3 people. These swabs are packed in plain envelopes and each swab has a single cotton-ended tip. Make sure not to touch this part with your fingers.
• Instructions; Explain how to collect the samples properly using our DNA test kits.
• Consent form; this form will authorize laboratory testing. If it is correctly filled out, we will not be able to analyze your samples.
• A pre-addressed envelope for returning your samples. You must affix a stamp before sending your samples back to us. However, we highly recommend using a courier or tracked mail service so you can track your kit and pieces.

Note: Kindly ensure that the following basic precautions be rigorously adhered to. Failure to do so may result in failed samples and inconclusive DNA test results.

• Do not eat or drink anything for one hour prior to testing. Particles or chemicals found in ingested food or drinks may degrade the DNA in the sample or render its extraction impossible.
• Do not smoke for one hour prior to testing.

Note: In the case of legal testing, EasyDNA will need to organize the sampling procedure and provide you with further information and guidelines.

How are DNA samples collected?

Our DNA test kit contains oral swabs (also called “buccal swabs”). Read the more detailed step-by-step instructions below.

Step 1

Remove the oral swabs from the plain envelopes in the DNA test kit.

Step 2

Once you have removed the swabs, the envelopes need to be filled in with some basic information.

You also need to fill out the consent form you find inside the kit.

Step 3

With clean hands, proceed to rub firmly the swabs for about
1 minute inside the mouth against the cheek to collect a saliva sample.

This action should be firm but not aggressive and should not be uncomfortable.

Remember to use all the swabs provided for every person.

Step 4

Allow the swabs to dry for an hour. Tip: You can place them upright in a clean glass.

Once they are dry you can return them to their corresponding envelopes.

Make sure that at no time do swabs from different people come into contact with one another.

Step 5

Once you have completed all previous steps, place the swab envelopes and the consent form into the larger pre-addressed envelope.

Please remember to attach sufficient postage stamps and send your samples off for analysis.

We recommend using a courier or tracked mail service for traceability purposes.