What DNA paternity test costs, by type of facility
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About DNA paternity test
A DNA paternity test compares the DNA of a child and the possible father. Results for court or immigration need a legal test with verified identity and sample handling.
What changes the price
- Legal or privateCourt, immigration and succession cases need a chain-of-custody test, which costs more.
- Number of peopleEach extra person tested adds to the price.
- Where the lab isSome samples are sent abroad for analysis, which changes the turnaround and price.
- SpeedExpress results cost more.
Your options
| Option | Best for |
|---|---|
| Private (peace of mind) test | Personal knowledge only |
| Legal test | Court, succession, immigration |
| Prenatal paternity test | Before the baby is born |
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What the price usually covers
Usually included
- Sample collection (cheek swab)
- Lab analysis
- Written report
Often charged on top
- Extra people tested
- Express results
- Collection at home or in another town
- Certified copies for court
SHA and insurance
SHA cover for DNA paternity test depends on the benefit package and whether the facility is contracted for it. Ask the facility's SHA desk to confirm, and start pre-authorisation early for planned treatment.
Common questions
Will a private test stand up in court?
No. Courts need a legal test where identity and sample handling are documented.
How long do results take?
Commonly one to three weeks, depending on where the lab processes the samples.
Is a cheek swab painful?
No. It is a cotton swab rubbed inside the cheek.
Getting a DNA paternity test in Kenya
DNA paternity tests are offered by private labs and some hospitals. Samples are often sent to a partner lab for analysis, which affects how long results take. If the result is for court, succession or immigration, you need a legal test with documented chain of custody, not a private peace-of-mind test.
Before you book
- Decide whether you need a legal or private test; a private result will not be accepted by a court.
- Check how many people need to be tested, since each person adds to the cost.
- Ask where the samples are analysed and how long results take.
Questions to ask before you pay
- Is this a legal chain-of-custody test?
- Where are the samples analysed?
- How long do results take, and is express available?
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Where these prices come from. Published price lists, our own enquiries to facilities, SHA tariffs where relevant, and quotes partner clinics send to patients through this site. How we check prices.
Prices are indicative and change often. Confirm the full cost with the facility before treatment. This page is general information, not medical advice.