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It’s not unusual for a customer to tell us there are two possible fathers for a child and that those two fathers are biologically related. Although two possible fathers who are related don’t share all their DNA (unless they’re identical twins), they do share enough that getting conclusive results for paternity testing may be problematic. So can paternity-test results under these conditions be trusted? Yes! Here are some relationship possibilities and how they may affect test results.
If Possible Fathers are Brothers
It’s important to remember that, although they are closely related, full brothers each have very DNA profiles that are still quite distinct from each other. The chances of two brothers who are not identical twins matching a child at each genetic marker for paternity testing are not likely. But since the relationship between possible fathers is so close, we still recommend that each of the men test with the child, if possible. At the very least, it’s essential to notify the lab that there are two possible fathers and that they are brothers. The lab can then test more genetic markers, if necessary. It’s also important to include the child’s mother’s DNA in testing. When you include the mother’s DNA, it helps analysts to more easily determine which data is coming from the possible father and which is coming from her.
If Possible Fathers are Twins
Fraternal Twins
If the men are fraternal twins, the DNA connection between them is the same as it would be for “regular” brothers. As when “regular” brothers test, it’s best when both men can test and the mother should also contribute a DNA sample to strengthen paternity testing results (see If Possible Fathers are Brothers, above).
Identical Twins
For identical twins, their DNA is as you would expect: exactly the same! With today’s level of technology, this makes being able to genetically differentiate between the twins for paternity testing purposes practically impossible and completely cost-prohibitive since it would require testing most of their genetic markers instead of the standard 16.
If Possible Fathers are Father/Son
A full 50% of the son’s DNA comes from his father, so if these two men are the possible fathers for a child, there is a high possibility of obtaining a “false positive” result if only one of the men participates in testing. Therefore, the ideal is for both men to test with the child. If this isn’t possible for whatever reason, then the lab must be notified ahead of time (so that additional analysis can be conducted) and the mother should definitely send in her DNA sample as well.
If Possible Fathers are Cousins
Even men who are first cousins don’t share enough genetic material in common to cause a “false positive” for a paternity test: the connection is just too far removed to make a significant difference.
Final Thought
To repeat the most important points: In all cases where two possible fathers are closely related, it’s best if both men can test at the same time. If there is a close genetic connection between possible fathers, and only one man can or is willing to test, it’s important to notify the lab about the biological relationship when submitting DNA samples: better safe than sorry!
I have a son who is almost 30 there is a possibility between 2 men, not related one is deceased the other is alive & well. Which is the best way to get a DNA test on the man that’s still here. Only thing is he lives in a different state?? Help please? Can it be done by mail?
Hi, Ruth Ann. The possible father living in a different state is no problem. We would just send testing materials to you and your son at your address and then send a kit to the man at his address. Just give us a call at 800-681-7162 during business hours.
Hi I need your help, iv tested my Y dna with a Y dna genetic tester and tested the Y dna of the man I think is my farther, out of 132 genetics I shear 99.96% including 5 countries, I tested The YSNP numbers .cheers.
Hi, Dave. Your report should have provided a conclusion for you. If not, please contact the lab where you tested.
Need DNA Test
Hi, RZ. Call us! 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
If two are married and wife cheats and get pregnant can the real father ask for a dna but no prof he is the father
Hi, Kristi. If a child is conceived and born during a marriage, the husband is considered the legal father of the child. Whether or not the other man can request a paternity test is up to the individual state where you live since paternity law can vary.
Hi I slept with two brothers days apart .. If I get a noninvasive prenatal dna test will they be able to determine which brother is the father? I would only have access to one brother for the test. The other one is not gonna provide a sample.
Hi, Tessa. No; because of the way the data is analyzed, a prenatal paternity test cannot be performed reliably if possible fathers are closely-related (brothers, or father/son).
Good day is it possible to have identical half sibling match and a negative aunt test
Hi, Tc. Can you give more specific information, please?
I did dna test brother 37.2 dna shared 2600cm longest 191cm shared 43 sagmates full brother or not .
And I’m xy female and we don’t share x or y
Hi, Shannon. Without all the data in front of me, I hesitate to answer your questions. Since they have access to your report, I suggest you contact the lab where you tested directly and ask them.
My son did a DNA test on who he thought was his son. It turns out there was 0% probability of him being the father. If the real father was actually my son’s father would it show on my son’s test
Hi, Shannon. Are you suggesting the grandfather might actually be the father of the child in question?
Hi there my brother did a paternity test and it came back 87% but the statement read this ‘ the possibly exists that a direct relative of the alleged father could not be excluded as the biological father’ do you have any thought to was that is implying?
Hi, Lucy. I’m surprised that your brother was given a result of 87%. Most accredited laboratories will only provide results of 99.9% or higher for an inclusion or 0% for an exclusion (not the father). What the report is stating is that your brother most likely is not the father but there is a chance that the biological father could be a different brother or your father.
My brother died and he two daughters behind, their mother disappeared, those children doesn’t have Identity documents and they’re schooling and growing up. What must i do to help them ?
Hello, Phillip. Please contact a local family-law attorney since that would be your best resource for what is required for your nieces.
This is going to sounds terrible but I slept with identical twin brothers and within 24 hours .. The situation is so complicated and doesn’t really matter to my question..
but now I want to find out who the true father is of my son. He’s 10 months old. I have access to one twin for DNA . Would my sample help if I only tested one twin? Is it even completely possible to find the TRUE father if I were to get BOTH of them to take the test? Is my sample important to the data?
Hi, Jolene. Unfortunately, a paternity test won’t be able to determine which twin is the father, since the brothers’ DNA is virtually identical.
Hi I had a dna test done in 1986 and it came back 96% the father but the question is could the child of been the baby said fathers brother how accurate was the test then
Hello, Alicia. There’s no question testing is much more accurate now than it was in 1986. If the brother of the tested party is another possible father, then it would be advisable to test again, if possible.
Hi there. My father passed away in 1999 and my paternal “grandfather” just passed away in feb 2021. I was told that my supposedly grandfather is not my dad’s biological father. Is there a way I can prove tbis by using my DNA and my late dad’s living siblings?
Hello, Monton. You do not mention if you are a male or a female, which makes a different to the answer to your question. If you are a male and your father’s siblings are uncles, you and they can do male lineage (Y chromosome) testing to see if the same Y chromosome is shared among men who are supposed to be from the same direct line. If you and the siblings are females, we do not have a test that can help establish a relationship for that scenario. You are always welcome to contact our experts directly for more information at 800-929-0847 and you can learn more about male lineage testing here: https://dnacenter.com/relationship-testing/male-lineage/
I have siblings but i have a unknown different father and i would like to see if my sibling fathers brother is my father
There is only access between myself and a sibling
I wonder who Chris. Conan
How do you determine the biological father of a child in a case where cousins slept with the same woman and both men are deceased…?
Hi, Islander. The cousin relationship shouldn’t be an issue; there is more concern if the possible fathers share a closer biological relationship like brothers or father/son. The fact that both men are deceased makes a relationship determination trickier, but it can be done through family-reconstruction testing if enough other relatives are able and willing to participate. Call 800-929-0847 to speak with a DNA expert about options.
Can my child’s fathers half sister take a DNA test to prove paternity???
Hi, Ayanna. Half-siblings of an alleged father are not candidates for an avuncular test. I suggest you contact our experts directly to talk your situation through and determine if there are other options available to you. The consultation is free: 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
I have a 4 year old daughter n her father might not b her father can I test the other man’s child against my daughter to see if they match
Hi, Sarah. You can as long as both you and the father of the other child can legally act on behalf of both children. I highly recommend that both you and the mother of the other child test too, if possible. If not, then you should definitely submit your DNA. Please contact our experts directly for more information or to order: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Can a father be identified if the mother is deceased and the father could be one of two brothers or their father.
Hi, Victoria. That situation is definitely like putting together a DNA jigsaw puzzle. Without all the details about who all would be available to test, it’s difficult to provide an accurate assessment. I suggest you contact our experts directly to talk your situation through and determine what is the best course of action: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
If the fathers are brothers can conclusive results be had if only one of the males is tested?
-Prenatal blood/swab method.
Hi, Rowan. For prenatal testing, we cannot perform testing with two possible fathers who share a close biological relationship.
I tested my ‘Uncle’ and myself to see if we were father/daughter. I only had his and my sample, didn’t have my “dads”. Did the extended testing.
Got the results back today.
Says uncle is actually my dad.
Unformed of the results and he claims to have never slept with her.
But it was 34 years ago so i dont know what to believe. Only my family would have me doubting science.
So it says he is.. is he just in denial? Or what?
Hello! Did you inform the lab ahead of time that the other possible father is the brother of the man being tested?
My son and his first cousin could both be the possible dad of an 8mon old little girl only my son tested 99.99% the fater but being charged with sexual assault as to the 5 year age limit law between them well the cousin is a year older than he is but was wondering would that .01% of daught be a good fight to get things thrown out of court for his case
Hi, Jamilynn. Your son and his cousin don’t share enough DNA to provide a “false positive” for your son’s test.
It’s possible my first cousin is my half sibling. My father & his mother are blood bro & sis but now his father is possibly mine …. both fathers are deceased. How can we test to know if his father is also my father?
My niece has a child and not sure which brother is the father. Can she send in the DNA of the child, herself and one of the brothers for confirmation or would she have to send in a sample from both brothers?
Hi, Melissa. It’s absolutely best if both brothers can test as well as your niece. If only one brother can test, then it’s essential that the lab be notified ahead of time that the other possible father is the brother of the man being tested. That way, we can test additional genetic markers if necessary. In this scenario, your niece definitely needs to contribute her DNA as well. When she’s ready, have her call one of our experts at 800-929-0847 for a free confidential consultation.
Myself my daughter and her alledged father did a dna test which came back negative but he is identical to his brother and I have reasons to believe his brother took the test for him…because he doesn’t want to be her father… how do I figure out who took the test.
Hi, Terri. If you did a legal test, then the lab where you tested should have a photograph of the person who came to the facility for testing. You might start by inquiring with the lab.
Hi my husband did a paternity test and it came back saying in fine print. That they need potential brothers for testing. And he could be the avuncular of the child .What does that men&
Hi, Eileen. It means that data shows the father could be one of your husband’s brothers instead of him. They need to test as well.
A 30 year old woman contacted my sister n law saying that she’s related because she did ancestry .com she lived in our home town we new who her mother was and my husband and his brother were the only male members that were here at time so my husband summited his DNA to ancestry after his brother said he would but he didn’t so they said my husband was a 100 percent match is it possible it’s wrong since they didn’t have both dna
Hi, Laurie. You didn’t mention what type of relationship is being alleged. Is this a paternity case?
My daughter had a dna test done and the results came back 99.96 but the other alleged father who is the other mans brother was not tested nor mentioned to the testing agency is there any possible way that the results could be wrong and his brother is in fact the child father?
Hi, Sami. In cases like this, a false positive may occur. It really depends on how much DNA the brothers happen to have in common at the locations tested. It’s essential that your daughter be tested again, hopefully this time with both men. If that’s not possible, then the lab definitely needs to be made aware of the other alleged father and his biological relationship to the man being tested BEFORE they do the testing.
Two men get tested to determine the paternity of their daughter (they both think they are the father).
After the tests, one of them is the father. Neither one of the men suspects they are related to each other. Let’s presume they are.
Would the DNA test done to determine paternity inadvertently discover the relationship?
Hi, Julia. That’s an excellent question! It depends on how much DNA the two men share in common, whether they’re brothers or father/son, etc. What I’ve definitely seen a few times is this: a man is excluded as the father (meaning he’s not considered the biological father), but the lab made a notation in the report of the possibility that the actual biological father is related to the man who was tested.
I’m 51 now and finding out that my fathers brother in law may actually be my father. Both are deceased, would I check both my aunt (fathers sister) & her son or how would that work? If I don’t have dna matching my aunt but I match her son does that mean that my uncle(fathers bro in law) is my actual father?
Hi, Laurie. You most likely would do an avuncular (aunt/uncle) test. Since your situation is complicated, I suggest you contact us directly for a free confidential consultation to determine what type of testing might be best: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
My full sister had an affair with my ex husband, and during that time she had a baby, my niece. She lost custody of my niece due to drugs, and I have the baby in my custody now. Neither one of the adults are willing to participate in a DNA test to determine paternity. Can I have my niece tested against my children to determine paternity?
Hi, Rebecca. Yes, you can do a sibling vs. half-sibling test to help determine the relationship between the niece and your own kids, as long as you have legal guardianship. I suggest you contact us at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM) for a free consultation with one of our experts.
I have a question I had relationship with a father and son not knowing anything of the situation of them being related but I had the jr test my courts and I advised the courts of the situation! The son came back 99.99 percent the father is the test accurate? I was told maybe not because a father and son share dna but the courts knew before testing about father and son in question
Hi, Stephany. Since the court was notified, they should have also advised the laboratory and the lab would have taken this information into account when performing their analysis.
What if the aunt passes away before she agrees to a test?
Hi, Both fathers in question are dead but my sisters father is the brother of the man I think is my dad. He is also dead.. Can I do a DNA TEST with my sister to see if our fathers are related.. We both have the same Mother.
Hi, Dani. Because you and your sister share the same mother, you already know you are half siblings and a test is not necessary to determine that. You may want to test with someone whom you are certain is related to your possible father in the first degree: like a known child of his. I suggest you give our experts a call so you can walk through your situation with them on a one-on-one basis and see what your options are: 800-681-7162.
hi….what if two guys are involved and they are related but only one does the test and the percentage came back as 97% is he the biological father
Hi, Marlene. If the lab was not notified ahead of time that the other possible father is a close relation (brother/father/child) of the man being tested, than that information was not able to be taken into account during analysis and any inclusion result cannot be relied upon to be accurate.
Hey so yes this a mistake I sleep with 2 cousin but my son look like the man who I think it is my son have similar features to
His daughter but I’m
Confuse bc they cousin is it possible he the other dude bc he look just like the little girl and the man with the lil girl agree on a dna test but the other dude don’t wanna do
It
Hi, Emily. You can get accurate results for a paternity test. Just be sure to let the lab know ahead of time about the biological relationship between the man being tested and the untested possible father so that they can test additional genetic markers, if necessary. If you submit your DNA for testing, that is definitely helpful to conclusiveness too. We can schedule that test for you and make all arrangements. Just contact us at 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hello! I have a unique to situation. I have used your site for dna however. Have now found out more information. It is an incest case. Originally we tested my bio dad myself and the child out of invest. We were told it was my dad and his sister at a young age then had a child. We tested incest child,and my dad. However the test was not 99.9 I didn’t know we could go further as now thier is speculation that it was may have been my dad & his sisters actual father. My grandpa! Not my dad at all? My dad has since passed since first test and unfortunately my dad’s family will not allow a swab of “grandpa” . Is thier anyway to retest my “half sister(thru incest) and myself with proper testing to see if we really do have same father now knowing more information?
Hi, Erin. You’ll need to call us directly to see what your best options are in light of this new information: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hi, a female slept with identical twins at the time of her conception. The baby is about 2 years old now. Is there any way for the mother to establish which twin is the dad
Hi, Sara. No, there is not, unfortunately.
I had a dna test done and I was turned out to be 99.8 Percent the father , but she had relationship with my brother and he wasn’t tested do we need to do another to see if I’m the actual father or if he is .. we are full siblings .
Hi, Earnest. Unless the lab was told ahead of time that the other possible father is your brother, then yes…another test would be advisable. This time, it’s important to either have your brother test too or at least let the lab know of the relationship so that they can take this info into account when performing their calculations. If the mother is willing to test too, that’s optimal. Good luck! If you are interested in testing through DDC, contact us for a free consultation at 800-929-0847 (M-F 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Me and my dad got a DNA test but there is a possibility that his brother might b my dad. The test come back saying he isn’t my dad but is there anyway we can determine if we are at least related in someway from the test result
Hi, Anne-marie. The best way to answer that question definitively is to test the uncle, if possible.
My son and alleged father had a DNA testing done. Results came back he cannot be excluded as the biological father and it was 99.9987%. The alleged father believes he still is not the father since the other person did not test. There is no relation other than same ethnicity. Is another testing needed?
Hi, Marie. Unless the two men share a close biological relationship, then no, there’s no need for additional testing. 99.9987% is an extremely conclusive result.
Hello. My half brother passed away before getting Dna done for his daughter. His legal wife (since next of kin) refuses to give release for his Dna. Here’s where it gets complicated. Him and I share the same mother and our fathers are actually brothers. Can I give my blood for the DNA test??
Hi, Jenn. You’re right that it’s complicated. You are trying to find out if the daughter is your biological half-niece. Is that correct? Since your fathers were brothers and there are variables in play that would make a back-and-forth written discussion in this forum difficult, I suggest you contact one of our DNA experts directly to see what your best options are: 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Yes you are correct. So technically his dad was my uncle and my dad was his.. My mother married brothers.
Hi, what if the two potential fathers are half brothers ( they share the same mother but different dads), is it possible to accurately determine the father of the child if you only have samples from one of the half brothers?
Hi, John. The answer is yes. However, two things are very important:
(1) The mother of the child should be tested also
(2) The lab must be notified ahead of time that another alleged father is the half-brother of the man being tested. This way, they can take this fact into account when doing their analysis.
Hope this helps!
Hi, how will i know if its my husband child can they used his brother sample as her kid and my husband sample to make a positive result? My husband is forcing to be the father but we don’t see any similarities of him and the child and the girl confessed that they were five men at same time when they mess up together.
Hi, Jenny. Substituting the uncle’s DNA for the possible father’s is not likely to yield a positive result. To be safe, it would be wise to insist on a legal paternity test where DNA collection is witnessed and IDs are checked. I suggest you contact us directly to speak with an expert at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 am to 8 pm Eastern).
Hi, on the test does the allele on the y side represent allele on the y gene. Did a test for me and my son and some of the numbers on the right side where the Y is on the paper dont match. Came back 99.999.
Thanks
Hi, Wayne. There is no “x” and “y” side on the data for paternity testing. Each allele shows the two sets of data in no particular order. For example, if data shows 12,11 then the 12 could come from either the mother or the possible father. Please contact the lab where you tested if you want additional clarification.
I am interested in clearing up the relationship between myself and sibling. I have a suspicion that my father and my siblings father were brothers (same mother) We are older and parents all deceased. Can this be definitively shown?
Thank You
Hi, Bob. Did either of you know your fathers?
Like Bob (Nov. 15 2018 above) my brother and I share the same mother. She is still living. The three of us have been DNA tested: mom and I via 23andme, and my brother by MyHeritage. We’re confused in that my brother and I only share (as per MyHeritage) 38.4% DNA. I thought we would share closer to 50%. Since our shared DNA percentage is much lower, could this mean we might have separate fathers, who were perhaps brothers? Or is this 38.4% in the realm of same parents?
Hi, Steve. I talked to our Chief Science Officer personally about your question. He thinks that 38.4% if a little low, but it’s not out of the realm of possibility for two full brothers. It really just depends on what you inherited from both parents in the genetic lottery. It is possible that you had fathers who were brothers…have you asked your mother about this? If it is possible that the fathers were brothers, then doing a Y-STR test with you and your brother wouldn’t do any good, since the two fathers would also share the same Y chromosome. You could do a sibling vs. half-sibling DNA test (with your mother including her DNA) while notifying the lab ahead of time that there may be another alleged father who is the brother of your presumed father.
Thank you! Great information and so quickly. Will connect with my brother and maybe mother as well, however this could be a touchy topic. She would probably be up for another DNA test and I could just leave it at that. My brother and I are quite interested in finding out more. Again – thank you!
Yes it might be a touchy topic, for sure. You’re welcome, and good luck. If you have any other questions, feel free to reach out again.
I had sex with two different men at the same day who could be the father now?note:they are not related at all,
Hi, Deborah. Only a DNA test would be able to give you that answer.
Hi, I have a couple of questions I thought hopefully you might be able to answer…1st if a DNA test came back only 97% probability, would that mean I’m the Father? And second my kids Mom & my mom are sisters, my mom had here tubes tied before I would have been born. But just by some miraculous chance my mom did conceive me after that, which would obviously make my kids mother myself maternal cousins, what kind of result would you get?
Hi, Steven. I want to make sure I understand this correctly. Your kids’ mom is your maternal aunt?
Hi, I did a paternity test on my two
Kids, 2 and 8. I let the lab know ahead of time that the possible father might be my father or the kids grandad. He tested as well and was ruled out. The lab did extended testing and I matched at every marker except for one. The lab tested 30 markers. The one marker i didn’t match at shows a one step mutation, and CPI is .0003 for that marker. Is it possible one of my brothers may actually be the father?
Hi. If you want to rule out the brother completely, then he would need to do the test as well.
What blood types aren’t compatible without having the rh- shot?
I have a question which I have gotten some conflicting answers on. The question I have is if my fathers brother (my uncle) is the other possible father of my child, is that a close enough relative to me to produce a false positive for me on the paternity test ? I already tested and got back the result of 99.99% with a CPI of 19,091. I am wanting to know if we are close enough relatives for it to affect the results of my test ? I would really appreciate your help on sorting this out. Thank you.
I am not sure if the father or son is my child’s father. Will the paternity test be clear if only the father is willing to be tested and the son is actually the father?
Hi, Anna. Excellent question! This is very important: If only one of them can or is willing to test, you MUST let the lab know ahead of time that there is another possible father and what their biological relationship is. That way, the lab can take this into account in their analysis and test more genetic markers, if necessary, to obtain conclusive results. It’s also helpful for you to contribute your DNA to the test as well.
What will the DNA results show if I decide to just wait and get results with father being tested for paternity as the son has refused? Will the test results be negative or inconclusive if he is not the father?
I have a suspicion that the son is actually my child’s father but I can proceed further if the results are not conclusive.
Ann, with today’s technology and methods, an accredited lab should never return an inconclusive result for a paternity test. When the father tests, it’s absolutely essential that you let the lab now ahead of time that the other alleged father is the son of the man being tested. That way, the scientists can take that info into account when doing their analysis. They can test additional markers, for example.
I’m curious ann as to what the results showed, I’m in the same situation and could use some answers.
Hello! I been having this gut feeling ever since my ex took the DNA test about 3 years ago that he is the father, but when he did the test, the results came negative, and he was very upset, there is another guy who I am having a problem contacting him to also get the paternity DNA test, I even got him into child support JUST for him to do the Test! what are the chances if my ex takes a second DNA blood test but this time would be him, my son(9) and me? I mean how different the tests are compared to the swab, and only taken by the alleged father and child? And also having the same birth marks can prove the alleged father is the one? (meaning my ex) even though he already took the test and it came negative?
Thanks!
Hi, Juliet. DNA collected via blood and via swab is exactly the same…one method is not more “accurate” than the other, in terms of results. If DNA for the same exact people who did the first test is submitted again for the second test, you can expect to see the exact same results, especially if you used an accredited and reputable lab like ours. A birth mark alone is not proof of biological relationship. All this being said, if you still have doubts, why not do another paternity test with your ex? I recommend doing a legal, witnessed test so that results can be used for court, if necessary.
Hi,
My husband was tested 21 years ago for a child with his ex. She(the ex ) also slept with his brother. Now the conclusion on the results said that my husband “can not be ruled out as” . what does that mean ? His brother has not been tested.
Hi, Mo. For the technology at the time, this was probably as conclusive a result as the lab was able to give. It means just that…your husband might be the father, or he might not. The lab could not say for sure that he’s not the father. Has he considered testing again, now that the technology is so much more improved? If he does, it’s essential that he tell the lab ahead of time that the other possible father is his biological brother. That way, the lab can take that information into account and perform additional testing, if necessary, to obtain a conclusive result.
This is off my results papers,
Conclusions of DNA Paternity Test
Based on the genetic testing results obtained by PCR analysis of STR loci, the probability of paternity is 0.099% as compared to an
untested, unrelated random man of the Caucasian population (prior probability = 0.5). Please note that 2 mismatches (at loci D21S11
and D5S818) have been found in the comparison of the profiles between the alleged father and the child. Possible relationship
scenarios are as follows:
1. The Alleged father is not the biological father of the child or may be a possible relative of the biological father.
2. The Alleged father is the biological father of the child but there is a double mutation in the Child.
My questions are, if I have a 0.099% chance of being the biological father, why is it saying that I may be a possible relative? Just because of the other loci are matching? Is it fairly common for random people to have a lot of strings match? What are the odds/chance that a double mutation can occur?
Hi, Erik. Double mutations are not that unusual. I’m surprised the lab you used didn’t just take a little extra time to test additional genetic markers or include the mother in testing. Yes, because there are matches at all the other loci, that’s why they gave you the possibility of being a close relation (brother to the actual biological father, for example), although the chances of that are relatively small. Sounds like you need to contact the lab and ask questions about why they weren’t able to give you a more definitive conclusion.
If I have had a 99.99999 positive test but then find out that my Mum and Uncle had an affair, could my uncle be my father? When I sent my results back, I didn’t know this information so didn’t inform the lab that there may be another brother involved!
Hi, Tracey. You may want to perform another test, yes.
Me and an alleged father did a DNA paternity test few years ago and it came back negative. We do share DNA in 8 locations out of 15 (+ X,Y), in these locations:
D3S1358,
D2S1338,
D16S539,
D10S1248,
D2S441,
vWA,
D8S1179,
FGA.
Here are locations that we don’t share:
D19S433,
D22S1045,
D18S51,
D1S1656,
TH01,
D21S11,
D12S391.
I’m wondering if we are related and how closely.
I also did DNA testing with MyHeritage and one man shares 6,2% DNA with me that would make him my (paternal) great uncle or 1st cousin once removed or 2nd cousin. I contacted his sister (also through MyHeritage) and I’m pretty sure I figured out who could be my father by their family history/tree. I want to contact him but I’m terrified because he has no idea that he could be my biological father. My mother and alleged father were positive that they were my biological parents. I should ask this newly found alleged father to make paternity test but I don’t know how to approach him since he has his own family and quite high status job.
Hi, Erik. I cannot speak to results from ancestry companies, sorry. As for the paternity test you did, barring genetic mutations, you must match at every genetic locus tested in order for him to be considered your biological father. The fact that you share DNA in 8 locations means little and is not proof of a different type of biological relationship, like uncle or cousin. As humans, we all share a great deal of the same DNA: You and I probably match in many places. I wish you well with your search!
How probable is it, that both brother would match at all 20 locations in a test with a child? I mean in average.
It is unlikely, but possible. I cannot provide an average for you.
Hlw, I’m possible father of my own uncle’s son, shall we have to test of all three of us?
Hi, Binashak. That would be ideal, yes. And the mother should contribute her DNA as well.
Hello! i just want to know if its necessary to get additional paternity test when i get a conclusive result? ex. if i get additional 3 or more test is there a chance that the result came different from one another?
Hi, Vin. The results should be exactly the same for each test as long as the same DNA is submitted and the same ethnicity is stated. If you already got a conclusive result, you don’t need to do another anyway.
Hello! Is it possible to get a conclusive result in paternity test if one of the participant have a mutation(s)?
Hello, Grace. Analysts take mutations into account when doing their calculations plus they test additional DNA markers in order to obtain conclusive results.
I want to know if dental fillings/pasta on teeths can affect the paternity results in any way? As far as i know fillings contains many chemical.
Hi, Roger. No, that’s not a problem and won’t affect results.
If there is tow brothers (from the seam father and seam mother) and a Child. And we have test Only one of the brothers and the Child can be confirm this brother he is the father or not with out testing the other brother?
Hi. As stated in the article you’ve commented on, it’s best if both brothers can test, along with the child’s mother. If that’s not possible, it’s absolutely essential to let the lab know ahead of time about the other possible father and his relation to the man being tested. That way, the lab can take that knowledge into account when doing its analysis and extra DNA markers can be tested if necessary for conclusive results.
My boyfriend recently had a court ordered DNA test through DDC. The results came back as 99.9%. We also recently found out that the mother of the child may have (both parties deny this, but we’re suspicious) slept with his full brother around the same time of conception. Is it possible that the results were wrong? Also, is it possible to re-test the specimens?
Hi, Sherry. Brothers share 50% of their DNA only, so it’s unlikely that there was a “false positive” result. Yes, if indeed his test was done through DDC, since he did a legal test we can re-analyze the data, but keep in mind there is a fee for this service. Your boyfriend should call us at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 am to 5:30 pm Eastern).
What is the answer? Is it possible for a brother to get 0.00 on the paternity test of his brothers kids . My brother did a paternity test and it came back 0.00 % chances. That he is the father . But we were told it would show some percentage if he was the uncle. Does 0.00 mean no relation ?
Hi, Carey. In a paternity test, the lab answers a single question: Is the man tested considered the biological father of the child tested? The answer will either be 99.9% or higher or 0%. Nothing in between. It does NOT answer whether or not they are related in any other way.
How much is the fee?
Hi, Sherry. A new legal test is $300-500, depending on where you live and other factors.
My sister and I have the same mother(she has passed) but our father might not be mine. It is possible his brother is. Is there a way to find out if my sister and I have the same father without involving either or the brothers(our dad and uncle). I want to know but do not want them to know. And my sister is willing to get tested with me.
Hi, Jeana. What you are seeking is a full vs. half-sibling test. It’s unfortunate that your mother has passed, since her participation would have greatly optimized your chances of getting conclusive results. You and your sister can do a test, but it’s absolutely essential to let the lab know ahead of time that the possible fathers are brothers. This way the lab can take this information into account when doing their analysis and test additional markers, if necessary. Adding other relatives like your mother’s sister would be helpful too, but without your mother being available, you might get conclusive results but then again you might not. It just depends on your shared genetic data.
My moms sister and my dads brother had a child. I don’t believe my son is mine, I believe he may be my cousins. He will not take a test. So I’m asking if myself and my son took the test, would this be accurate? Could it be possible that our DNA is that similiar? Or No?
Hi, Christy. I’m confused by your name. Are you the mother of the child or the alleged father of the child?
I sent in child’s sample and 2 possible fathers samples in one envelope. The results have been posted and 1 shows as the father @ 99.999 but I was not given the name I provided on the envelope. Only a number for the sample. How do I determine which person is my father?
Hi, Terri. If your test was with DDC, give us a call at 800-831-1906 (M-F, 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Eastern).
Adding to my question above..
Since I did a legal Non-Invasive prenatal test can DDC take another look at my results and see to make sure I couldn’t be a distant relative to the child? I am the only one who can be tested. or do we have to re-test..
If alleged fathers are father and son. And one of them had a negative test result with the baby. Is it 100% that he is not the father for the child?
Hi, James. Yes, it is.
Hi if the alleged father is tested and he is a first cousin to the mother and the results say he is 99.99999999%, is this accurate? Will the mother and tested fathers relationship as 1st cousins affect the DNA results if the lab are unaware of this relationship?
Thanks,
Lou
No, a first-cousin relationship is not to worry about since they only share about 12.5% of the same variable DNA. We’re more concerned with a father/son, nephew/uncle, grandson/grandparent relationship. As stated in the article you commented on: “Even men who are first cousins don’t share enough genetic material in common to cause a “false positive” for a paternity test: the connection is just too far removed to make a significant difference.”
My ex wife told friends that my father is my son’s father not me, my has passed away and she refuses to be apart of any genetic testing, can i have both of my sons dna tested along with mine to find out?
Hi, Ronald. Yes, you can. Just be sure you specify your sons’ possible relationship with your dad when ordering the test. That way, we can keep that information front and center during the analysis and then test additional markers, if necessary. Call us for a confidential, no-obligation consultation at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 am to 8 pm Eastern).
My son and the alleged father was tested and the results came back “0” but I was never tested. Should I reconsider retaking the test so I can be tested as well. They have the same numbers on some of the markers
Hi, Lashawn. Unless the lab requests it, your participation is not necessary. Because we’re human and we share a lot of the same DNA, it is not unusual for people to have some of the same data at different genetic markers. You and I probably do too! What’s most important in paternity testing is for there to be matches at all genetic markers. Sometimes there may be one or two mismatches due to genetic mutations, but those are taken into account during analysis.
My mother had 2 possible fathers. Both of whom are deceased. My mother does not want to know who her bio father was. However due to medical history, I feel its important for me and my children to know who my grandfather is.
Can I take a dna test with one of her possible paternal siblings to find out if he is my uncle? They do not share the same mother
Hi, Tina. Yes, you can do an avuncular (aunt/uncle) test, but keep in mind that the chances of obtaining conclusive results would be much greater if your mother participated. This is further complicated by their being half and not full siblings. I suggest you contact our experts directly at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 am to 8 pm Eastern).
My ex took a test it came back less the 100% his brother is now taking a test would the rest of that percentage likely be the brothers
I’m then mum so I know I make up for a part of it but I’m very confused one is older then the other I’m hoping that I can get the answers
Hi, Anonymous. A probability of paternity for paternity test can never be 100% since DNA testing is based on statistics. So without also testing every other man in the world with the same racial background as your ex, the highest probability of paternity is 99.9%+. If the test show a probability of relationship of 99% or higher, then your sons are considered your ex’s biological sons.
In this scenario the father could be a son or his dad.
There is a lady who we have always considered my half aunt (my grandfather’s daughter) but there was a chance she was my father’s daughter as well making her possibly my sister. My grandfather (when my dad was a teenager my dad’s father) had an affair with my dad’s girlfriend and she became pregnant with said lady. Both my grandfather and my father have passed now. How/who would we get tested to get the most accurate results?
Hi! You didn’t mention whether or not the lady is willing to do DNA testing. If she’s not, then the issue is moot. If she does agree to testing, I suggest you contact our experts directly to determine how to best proceed. That number is 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 am to 8 pm Eastern).
Hi, me and my dad where tested, with the 20 loci test. The result was 99.99999998% (matching on all locis) and the combined index was 6,582,606,282. My unce, who deceased, could theoretically also be the father.
In your article it says “The chances of two brothers who are not identical twins matching a child at each genetic marker for paternity testing are not likely. ”
With the numbers above given, could you give me an estimation of how probable it is, that my uncle could have been the father? It should be almoust impossible, right?
Thank you
Almost impossible, yes.
Thank you very much!
Would it be possible to guess any percentage range? For ecample: Is the possibility less than 1% or more like less than 0,00001%
Without all the data, I cannot provide a percentage range, no. Sorry!
Hi, I have a daughter and she has 2 possible fathers, they are brothers as well. I had her july 8th and the conception date was October 16th and I slept with them both within the week though. I have to get a paternity test on the 22nd. I need to know. What will happen if the one that is getting tested isn´t her father and how much of a possibility is it for them both to have very close DNA..
Hi, Rayven. Regardless of conception date or who you think the father might be, it’s ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL to let the lab know ahead of time that the other possible father is the brother of the man being tested. That way, they can take that information into account when performing the analysis and test additional genetic markers, if necessary. You should also contribute your DNA. Ideally, both men should be tested.
My brother and I got tested to try and find out if my dad was actually my uncle or not, the results came back 99.78%
Is that 0.12% anything I should worry about?
Hi, G. Did you do an avuncular test or a paternity test? Your statement isn’t clear. I suggest you contact the lab where you tested to have your questions answered.
I tested potential father number one ( brothers ) and told them and got a negative then yrs later had to test potential father number 2 and got a 99.97 but says it found a mutation and doesn’t exclude close relatives ie brother or father .. is it possible that potential father number one could b . Mother was not tested either time .
Hi, Elizabeth. If potential father #1 was excluded in a separate test, then that is conclusive for him (assuming he submitted his own DNA for testing). Potential father #2 is considered the biological father with a 99.97% probability of paternity, and since you already know it cannot be potential father #1 (assuming he submitted his own DNA for testing), then you can conclude the result for father #2 is correct. All that being said, unless you know for certain that father #1 submitted his own DNA for testing, you may want to test him again. This time include the mother’s DNA and inform the lab that the man being tested is the brother of the other man so that this information can be included in their analysis.
I am trying to find out who my dad is. It’s between a uncle and nephew but the uncle and sister (mother of the nephew). Both sister and nephew are both deceased. I am wondering if I do a DNA on the uncle would I be able to determine if he is or isn’t my father?
Hi, Crystal. Chances of obtaining conclusive results are much higher if your mother is also willing to participate and it is absolutely essential that you let the lab know of the other possible father, even if he is deceased. I suggest you contact us directly for a free confidential consultation at 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Will I get the correct results if both possible Fathers are related to the mother ( possible fathers are a father and a son and the mother is the daughter to the same father and mother as the son)
Hi, Puleng. All those complicated relationships will need to be explained to the lab prior to testing, and then a decision can be made whether or not testing is possible.
Hello, is the test reliable if used sample from grandmother (father’s mother) , and her grandson ?
Hi, Adam. Yes, it is, especially when also including the child’s mother’s DNA in testing. You can learn more here: https://dnacenter.com/relationship-testing/grandparent/
I have adopted two girls, both of which have the same birth mother. We have been told who the father is of one, or at least who she believes is the father but there were multiple possibilities of the other. Is there a way to just run the DNA profiles of my two girls to see if they have the same father? Or would we have to have the men involved?
Hi, Julie. You can do a full-sibling vs. half-sibling test. Ideally, the birth mother would contribute her DNA as well to optimize conclusiveness of results, but since yours is an adoption case, that may not be possible. Contact us for a free consultation at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hi, i have results from paternity test between father,mother,son and daughter. It’s possible that both baby’s have same alleles at 9 loci from 24 tested? Can by my half brother (same father) father ?
Hi, Matthew. Without seeing all the data, I cannot confidently provide an answer. Sorry! I suggest you contact the lab where you tested since they have access to all the data and ask questions.
I can send report with loci and alleles to you. It’s possibility that the lab maybe manipulated something. Can you recognize false positive results?
You are welcome to contact us privately on the DDC Facebook page and we’ll see if we can help: https://www.facebook.com/DDCPaternity
I was tested for paternity but was never shown results. I suspect a close relative to be the father. But The mother says the results were that I am the father. Could she have been given a 50% or 75% percentage because the father is my relative. Or would It just state Postive or negative for paternity?
Hi, Thomas. It would just state whether it’s an inclusion or an exclusion for paternity.
Hi, I was wondering if you guys could do a paternity test on a baby who’s still in the womb to determine who’s the father between 2 brothers? The baby is about 4 months along.
Hi, John. I originally gave incorrect information, sorry. We cannot do prenatal testing if both possible fathers are close relations, even if they test separately.
Hello DDC,
I am curious about this answer. On your page you state you can not do a non-invasive paternity test (DNA test while baby is in the womb) if you are testing close relatives (two full brothers or father/son). But now you state in response to John that IT MIGHT BE POSSIBLE IF BOTH BROTHERS PARTICIPATE. Help!! Please further explain and clarify.
Hi, Nan. You are correct. I didn’t answer John’s question correctly the first time and I apologize for the confusion. I have since edited my response to him.
Hi, is there a test to determine if I am the 1st cousin with a Whopping 1479Cm match, or am I a half sister to a man who is possibly my uncles child. This man is so close to to me , our DNA is like 3/4 sibling.
Hi, Cathy. Please contact us directly at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern) to speak with one of our experts and determine testing options.
My dna test came back as 97.99% with the man that was tested. He has a brother who might be my father as well. That man was not tested. Does that 97.99% mean there is a change his brother is my father and not him?? Since it was not at 99.99% result
Hi, Samantha. Was the lab notified ahead of time that the other possible father is the brother of the man tested? If not, then new testing is needed.
So I have two nieces and my sister slept with two brothers and their father meaning the two girls grandfather. The girls have been curious to know if they share the same father and got a DNA match. Does this mean that only one of the brothers is the father or is it possible that the DNA is shared between the two brothers or a father and either one of them could be the paternal father?This all happened a few years apart so nobody really knew at the time what the real situation was. The girls just do a DNA test and they’re assuming the one brother is their dad. Is it possible the grandfather for the brother that she slept with before they were born to be a DNA match to one of them
Hi, Pamela. Did they do ancestry testing? What do you mean by they “got a DNA match?”
Paternity test q.. 2 brothers from one mother
The mother was married to father #1 and she had sons hereafter called son1 and son2
There are 2 possible fathers for son #2 which could be father #1or father #2.. and they were brothers
Both possible fathers are now deceased and the only other living sibling is their sister
Now there are no known available dna samples for father 1or 2since both have been deceased for years. Also of the son1 and son2 they do NOT get along so obtaining a dna sample of brother 1 in theory is possible butpote totally problematic
DNA from son2 the mother and the fathers living sister are easily enough to obtain
Now the easiest way I thi k to determine son2s fatherwould be comparison of dna with son1 whom is known to be father1s kid.
Besides that obvious comparitive is there another potential way given this available dna info to determine if son2 is the son of father1or his brother father 2
You’re right that the best way to determine son2’s father would be to test him with son1. Since that seems unlikely given that they don’t get along, I suggest you contact us directly to speak to one of our experts and see if there is another viable option: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hello, I have a 3-year-old girl and am in a confusing situation. so my daughter has dimples on both cheeks, but neither I nor my husband has dimples in our families both mum or dad’s side. My husband is also a second cousin from my mum’s side. there is another man who has dimples in his family who could be the possible father of my child. I had a paternity test taken with Me Baby and my husband and the result was positive 99.99% for the father but am not sure if this result is positive cause my husband is my second cousin. I really doubt this cause was told by a friend dimples occur only in families hence I feel this other man could be the father. Is there any test that can prove this??
Hi, Stella. Unless the untested man is a close biological relation to your husband, then there is no need to test. Dimples are a genetic mutation; it may be that the trait is in one of your families way, way back, or your daughter has her own mutation. It’s not scientifically sound to use this trait, or lack of the trait, as a determinant of a biological relationship. DNA is the only sure way to determine paternity.
For the last 43 years &7 months. I thought one man was the father of my son. I put him up for adoption when he was born. A year ago he found me. What I thought was his father all his life had died. I kept in C touch with his fathers brothers as we all grew up in the same little town. Since then I took a DNA test that proves I’m his biological mother at 49.9 % and I his father is 51.1%. What I thought for all this time as being his biological brother and cousin, they said they took the test an they said they were not a match. Since this happened my son has kept searching for his biological father. I told him I’d help him in anyway. My son said he found a lady in Oregon that is 12% his relation. What part of the connection would she be? Could I have the brother of the man that I thought was his father take a DNA test would it b prove he was his Uncle?
Hi, Mesue. A 12% connection with the lady in Oregon sounds like a cousin. Yes, your son could do an avuncular test with the brother of the alleged father. You should contribute your DNA as well. I suggest you contact us for a free confidential consultation at 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
So if a guys test came back saying he is 70% is he the father
Hi, Kathy. No; that is considered an inconclusive result. With today’s technology and advanced testing systems, there is no reason why any lab should return an inconclusive result if a paternity test was performed between a possible father and child.
My dad or my uncle could be my sister’s dad, my uncle has passed away.
I was wondering if my sister and my cousin (her dad is my uncle (fact)) were to do a DNA test, could this tell us if my uncle is possibly her dad? We don’t want to involve our dad at this stage unless we definitely know he needs to do a DNA test
Hi, Anon. There are a lot of factors in play here, such as whether or not the mothers of the two parties are available or willing to test. That could make a big difference. I suggest you contact our experts directly to talk it through and determine the testing scenario that would work best for you: 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern). The consultation is free and there’s no obligation.
I just found on out 23&me that I have an uncle who would make his brother my uncle. His brother was adopted. But on his family tree it says I am his half-sister. Which would possibly make his dad my dad. His dad had a twin brother (non-identical) Could it be possibly the fathers twin brother is my dad? How would I be able to find out? Is there a more comprehensive test if just the Unlce/Half brother would be willing to do DNA? So confused.
an uncle who would make his brother my father*
Hi, my question is, if all parties involved are deceased can you test a cousin to see if you are actually brothers?
Mom may have had a one night stand with her brother in law and I think the brother in law is my dad.
My uncle, his wife, my mom and dad are all passed. My uncle has a living son, is there a way of him and me testing to find out if we are half brothers?
Hi, Rich. Yes, you can do a half-sibling test. Contact us directly for a free consultation at 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hi my cousin and brother both was having sex with the same girl my brother had a test done to see if the child was his son they said yes but the child looks more like our first cousin how can we find out. Thank you vickey
Hi, Vickey. A first-cousin relationship is too distant to result in a “false positive” for your brother. Physical characteristics are subjective and therefore are never absolute proof of paternity.
Hi, Jennifer. Your situation is a complicated one that requires more information from you about who’s available to test, etc. For this reason, I suggest you contact us directly at 800-929-0847 so that one of our DNA experts can assist you one on one. Good luck!
I have a 1year and 7months old baby and the father is dead and the father is a us citizen i don’t know how how i can get a dna result to file for her us passport
Hi, Lawal. I suggest you contact the U.S consulate or embassy where you live and ask them. Hopefully they’ll be able to help.
I had sex with a guy October 24th and 31st. My period started October 30th. And I had sex with my boyfriend the 13th, 15th, 20th and 26th of November. I found out I was pregnant November 29th and had pink spotting mixed with discharge on November 27th. I had a ultrasound on December 31st saying I was 8weeks6days. Could the guy from October be a possible father?
Hi, Leena. That is a question best answered by your doctor.
It’s possible that my dad’s brother is my biological father. They are both deceased. Would a sibling dna test determine if I have the same father as the sibling?
Hi, Cathy. I suggest you contact one of our experts directly since the possibility of obtaining conclusive results depends on who can participate in the test along with a variety of other factors. That number is 800-929-0847 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
My brother and I (only siblings) as well as 6 cousins all come from 3 brothers. there is some confusion perhaps as if there is some affairs between the brothers and the others wives. all of the brothers are dead, but all the second generation remain. what would be the best way to ascertain if “everything is order” as to how the kids are assigned to the brothers? Some of the cousins don’t speak to each other.
Hi, Raymond. Yours is too complicated a case with too many variables to provide an adequate answer in a blog comment. I suggest you contact us for a free confidential consultation with one of our experts at 800-929-0847.
I recently did a half/full sibling test on my son and daughter the result came back as 99.99% full sibling. my husband now wants a paternity test. will the results change? I also submitted my daughter’s sample to dna ancestry and my husband also submitted his (2 years ago). my husband does not appear as a match on my account with my daughters info
I’m so confused
Hi, Abby. I suggest you contact our experts for a free consultation at 800-929-0847. It sounds as if there’s a missing piece of the puzzle.
I recently did a paternity test. The test came back with a 99.9999999% probability of me being the father. However, I did not notify the lab of the other possible father in question is my first cousin. Would this void the initial results of 99.9999999% of me being the father?
Hi, Doug. No, you don’t share enough DNA with your cousin for it to affect results in any way. You’re fine.
I’m concerned that the two boys my girlfriend says are mine may actually be my brother’s. We are same father, but different mothers. I know for sure that he won’t agree to a dna test & it’s likely my girlfriend won’t either, if I bring up the matter. Could a test prove beyond any doubt who the children’s father is ? I just need to know for sure.
Hi, Ben. As long as the lab is notified AHEAD OF TIME of the biological relationship between you and the other possible father, they can test as many additional DNA markers as necessary in order to obtain a conclusive result. It’s always best if the mother of the children contributes her DNA, especially in a case where the possible fathers are related. I highly recommend that you contact our team of experts to talk your situation through and determine what might be your best option: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Hi, I’m wondering if DNA testing could prove who the father is of my grandson (son)? During an on-off relationship with my youngest son, the mother had sex with me, my oldest son and my youngest son in the space of 2 weeks. What would be the criteria for testing to be conclusive?
Hi, Nick. All three men and the mother would need to contribute their DNA for testing and the lab would need to be informed beforehand of the men’s biological relationship. For more information, contact our DNA experts directly at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
I am 56 and have a possible sister that my dad does not claim. I would like to know for myself. There is a possibility that the father could be my dads brother. Will a DNA test with me and my possible sister give an inclusive answer?
Hi, Michelle. If both your mothers are available for testing, that would be extremely helpful. I suggest you contact our team of experts to talk through the possibilities for tested parties and what you might expect from results: 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
Two men who are double first cousins. Both could be the father of my son. Only one of the double first cousins has agreed to be tested with my son. Will the test be able to determine if that double first cousin is the father?
Hello, Jean. Most likely yes, but the lab would need to be notified AHEAD OF TIME of the biological relationship between the two possible fathers and you should definitely contribute your DNA as well. For a free consultation, please contact our team of experts at 800-681-7162 (M-F, 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern).
All these Jerry Springer episodes and I have 1 of my own. Long story short- My brother and I ended up sleeping with the same woman a few days apart. I found out a year after my daughter was born that this had occurred . I was still seeing the mother. We went for a court ordered dna test. I was extremely hungover and she made out with me in the parking lot for several minutes. I always thought it was odd that she kept rubbing my inner cheeks with her tongue (which she had never done before or since.). Only recently did it occur to me what she was attempting to do. My brother was in prison at that point, so I was the only 1 tested. 99.1% the father. It was explained that my daughter and I had a match in all but 1 of the tests, so I was the father. I found that test result paper a few years ago and just happened to look at it again. According to those test results, the mother and I also had a match in every test but 1. My daughter is now 22. I don’t want a medical issue to come up down the road like an organ donation or something and we find out at that moment that we’re not father/ daughter. I realize a new test would answer my questions, however my daughter is unaware of the situation and I don’t want to unnecessarily cause her panic. I don’t know if her mother’s actions actually contaminated the test result (as I believe she intended to do) or if I’m being paranoid? FYI, the DNA test was done in 2002.
Hi, Edgar. Without seeing the data from this test, it’s very difficult for me to provide any kind of feedback about its particulars. More than the “licking cheeks” incident, the fact that your brother is also a possible father is definitely a concern. If the lab was not aware at the time of the possibility of your brother being the father, then they would have no reason to conduct extra testing to ensure a correct result. I cannot give you advice on how to explain to your daughter, but to put your own mind at rest it may be wise to test again. The technology is so much better now, but it is still essential to let the lab know ahead of time that your brother is also a possible father. It may very well be that you are her father and that your worries are unfounded, but since this is still nagging at you nearly two decades later, this may be an opportunity put your heart at rest.
They didn’t know at the time my brother was a possibility, but I called a couple years later and spoke with someone at the center. They told me my brother should have been tested too, but that it wouldn’t change the test results. I’ll look into getting us retested, somehow Thank you.
You’re welcome and good luck!
I’m helping a friend search for his parents as he was adopted as a newborn. Through Ancestry I’ve managed to find his birth mother, but she is unwilling to talk/meet. I have also narrowed the paternity to two brothers, both deceased. They were not twins. Only one brother had children, but I have been unable to reach them for a conversation. This leads to a few questions… if the potential first cousins/siblings are DNA tested will this confirm my friend’s paternity (even without the birth mother submitting a DNA sample)? If I am unable to chat with these potential relatives, is there a way for your company to reach out to the potential relatives on a client’s behalf? It’s not impossible for me to reach these relatives, but I do not want to apply pressure or shock them with the potential news since I’m a complete stranger from a neighboring state with information they either have a brother or cousin they (and very likely their father or uncle) knew nothing about. All information appreciated.
Hi there, DeWayne’s Friend. You are kind to help him out. We could definitely do sibling tests with any potential relatives who agree to testing, although it’s optimal for conclusiveness to have the mother submit DNA too. Short Tandem Repeat (STR) analysis, which is the type of testing we do, does not identify cousins: only closer family relationships. If any of those potential relatives are males, we could see if they share the same data on their Y chromosome as DeWayne. The Y chromosome is passed on from father to all sons and can help in situations like this. You can learn more about it here: https://dnacenter.com/relationship-testing/male-lineage/
We do not reach out to people on a client’s behalf…that legwork is yours or DeWayne’s to perform. But once everyone is ready to test, then we get involved.
Hi I have a daughter. I doubt that her father could be my brother’s son. He is not agreeing to give his DNA for testing. Having testing between me and my daughter will give a correct result?
Hi, MC. Yes, you will get a correct result. But in a case like yours, it’s essential to let the lab know ahead of time that the other possible father is your nephew. This way, they can take that information into account when doing their analysis. It’s also best if the mother of you daughter also contributes her DNA. For a free consultation, contact us directly at 800-681-7162, M-F from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern.
What about between a man and his nephew?
Hi, Ronnie. Can you clarify your question, please?
What if the possible father is nephew and uncle (mom’s brother)
Anytime possible fathers are close biological relations and one of them is not testing, the lab should be notified ahead of time so that they can take this information into account during analysis.