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Avuncular Test (Aunt / Uncle)

Avuncular Test (Aunt / Uncle)

An aunt or uncle and a child estimating a biological relationship

Participants:
Aunt or Uncle, Child (mother optional)
Lab processing:
5 business days after the lab receives your samples
$179.99

Quantity

1 pack·$179.99/test$179.99

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Overview

An avuncular test estimates whether a child is biologically related to an alleged aunt or uncle. It's useful when an alleged parent isn't available but their sibling is. Including the child's known parent (for example, the mother) strengthens the result.

Avuncular relationships are reported as a likelihood. This is a private, peace-of-mind test — it is not chain-of-custody and not admissible in court.

How avuncular testing works

An avuncular test estimates the biological relationship between a child and an alleged aunt or uncle — the sibling of an alleged parent. It is most often used when the alleged father (or mother) is not available to test, so their brother or sister is tested instead to estimate the relationship indirectly.

Because it compares a child to a parent's sibling rather than to the parent directly, the result is reported as a probability rather than a simple yes or no. It is expressed as a relationship likelihood, and including the child's known parent (for example, the mother) makes that estimate stronger and more conclusive.

This is a private, peace-of-mind test for personal information only. It is not chain-of-custody and is not admissible in court or for immigration.

What you get

  • Cheek swabs for the aunt/uncle and the child (and a known parent, if testing one)
  • Step-by-step illustrated instructions
  • Pre-addressed return mailer or FedEx label
  • A private results report with a relationship likelihood by email

How it works

  1. 1

    Order your kit

    Choose your test and check out online. No appointment or doctor's order needed.

  2. 2

    We ship within 1 business day

    Your collection kit ships free with cheek swabs, step-by-step instructions, and a return mailer.

  3. 3

    Collect samples at home

    Each participant gently swabs the inside of their cheek. Painless and takes about a minute per person.

  4. 4

    Mail samples to the lab

    Drop your samples in the mail using the supplied envelope. Prepaid Return Mailer or FedEx Overnight Label Provided. Lab processing time starts when the lab receives your samples.

  5. 5

    Receive results securely

    The lab sends your report to us and we forward it to you privately by email.

Turnaround timeline

  1. 1
    Kit ships — Within 1 business day of your order.
  2. 2
    In transit to you — A few days, depending on your location.
  3. 3
    You collect & mail back — At your own pace. The clock for lab processing has not started yet.
  4. 4
    Lab processing — 5 business days after the lab receives your samples.
  5. 5
    Results delivered — Sent to you privately by email.

Accuracy & methodology

Avuncular testing reports a combined relationship index and probability rather than a fixed percentage. Including the child's known parent improves conclusiveness. The lab may recommend additional samples for borderline results. Testing is performed by our accredited partner laboratory.

Testing is performed by our AABB-accredited partner laboratory.

Your privacy & trust

Your privacy matters to us, and DNA information is among the most sensitive personal data there is.

  • Samples are used only to perform the test you ordered and are destroyed after testing is complete. <!-- TODO: confirm exact sample-retention window with fulfillment lab before publishing -->
  • Results are delivered privately by email and are never sold, rented, or shared with third parties for marketing.
  • Your DNA data is treated as sensitive personal information. While at-home, informational tests are generally not covered by HIPAA, we handle your results with comparable care.
  • You can request deletion of your records at any time by contacting us.

Frequently asked questions

When would I choose an avuncular test?
When the alleged father (or mother) isn't available but their brother or sister is. The sibling's DNA helps estimate the relationship indirectly.
Can I use this legally?
No. It is for personal information only and is not admissible in court or for immigration.

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Need a legal DNA test?

Need results for a custody case, child support, immigration, or any other legal matter? An at-home test cannot be used for those purposes. You'll need a court-approved, chain-of-custody DNA test performed through an accredited laboratory, where a neutral third party verifies every participant's identity and handles the samples.