Personal DNA Profiling

Personal DNA Profiling

Some DNA testing companies provide a DNA profiling service which allows individuals and corporate customers to have their DNA profile produced.  This allows customers to store their DNA sample and a copy of their DNA profile.

Your DNA profile will be generated from a simple mouth swab taken by an independent sampler with supporting identification and consent paperwork, and a documented chain of custody, which means that it could be used for legal purposes if required.

The DNA profile produced is the same type of STR DNA analysis used for relationship testing and forensic identification.  The chances of two DNA profiles from unrelated people being the same are less than one in a billion.  The DNA profile does not provide any medical or other information about the person but provides powerful individual identification from a set of internationally recognised DNA markers.

Once a sample has been analysed and the DNA profile generated, the DNA sample and profile is returned to the customer. The process used allows the DNA sample to be stored, simply and easily, at normal room temperature - for example in a filing cabinet along with other important paperwork.

For further information on the work of the Human Genetics Commission and the Human Tissue Act visit the HGC’s website www.hgc.gov.uk.

• What is DNA and why do we test it?

• What is DNA paternity testing?

• What does DNA paternity testing involve?

• Accreditation of testing laboratories

• Selecting a testing service - making an informed choice

• The Human Tissue Act

• DNA test results and reports

• Assessing DNA reports

• How much does it cost?

• DNA testing: Frequently asked questions

• Advice and support groups

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