DNA Testing for Paternity During Surrogacy: A Complete Guide for Intended Parents

What Is DNA Testing for Paternity?

DNA testing for paternity is a scientific method that determines whether a man is the biological father of a child. During a surrogacy journey, Intended Parents may need legal DNA testing to establish their parental rights — especially if they intend to be listed on the child’s birth certificate, apply for citizenship, or finalize legal parental status across different jurisdictions.

Unlike general health testing, paternity tests specifically focus on comparing genetic markers to confirm a biological connection.

Why Paternity Testing Matters During Surrogacy

In many cases, especially in gestational surrogacy, the child is genetically related to the Intended Parents but carried by a surrogate. However, without proof of this biological.

relationship:

– Legal parentage can be challenged.
– Citizenship and immigration processes can be delayed.
– Birth certificates may require amendments or court orders.

Paternity testing during surrogacy ensures a seamless transition from the delivery room to full parental rights for Intended Parents.

How Does a Paternity Test Work?

DNA paternity testing focuses on matching specific genetic markers between the child and the alleged father.

Understanding STR Markers

The test examines short tandem repeats (STRs) — small, repeating sequences of DNA that vary greatly between individuals.

Every child inherits:

– 50% of their DNA from their biological mother
– 50% from their biological father

By analyzing these STR markers, scientists determine whether the alleged father shares the correct half of the child’s DNA.

Matching Alleles in Paternity Testing

At each DNA marker (called a locus), the lab checks:

– Which allele came from the mother (or egg donor/surrogate).

– Which allele must have come from the biological father.

If the Intended Father’s DNA matches at all tested loci, the probability of paternity is typically greater than 99.99%. If mismatches occur at two or more markers, paternity is excluded.

Example: DNA Paternity Test Results

Here’s a simple example of a DNA test comparison:

Final DNA Paternity Test Report: What to Expect

At the conclusion of testing, the laboratory issues a formal, court-admissible report stating:

If the match is confirmed:

“The probability of paternity is greater than 99.99%. The tested man cannot be excluded as the biological father.”

If the match is excluded:

“The tested man is excluded as the biological father of the child.”

This report is used to update birth certificates, immigration documents, and finalize parental rights.

Special Situations: Paternity Testing with Egg Donation or Embryo Adoption

In cases where egg donation or embryo adoption is involved:

– Paternity testing still verifies the biological relationship between the Intended Father and the child.

– In embryo adoption, sometimes DNA testing is used to establish legal guardianship rather than genetic parentage.

Every situation is unique, and Surrogacy4All provides personalized guidance based on the specifics of your surrogacy agreement.

Choosing the Right DNA Testing Partner

It’s important to choose an accredited laboratory that specializes in paternity testing for surrogacy cases. Look for:

– Accredited labs (AABB, ISO certified)
– Court-admissible results
– Fast turnaround times (typically 3–7 business days)
– Confidential handling of personal information

At Surrogacy4All, we partner only with trusted, certified laboratories to ensure accuracy, speed, and confidentiality.

Contact Surrogacy4All for Help with DNA Testing

Whether you are just starting your surrogacy journey or are preparing for your baby’s arrival, Surrogacy4All is here to support you every step of the way.

Call us: (212) 661-7673
Email us: info@surrogacy4all.com
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Let us help you navigate paternity testing and complete your journey to parenthood with confidence!