Who's The Father? DNA Paternity Testing
Written by: Tan Bing Song There is an urban legend that over thirty percent of all children are not born of their appointed father; instead, they are the products of adultery. Because of this long-standing myth, the idea of a paternity test has been a persistent one in the minds of the public. Here, we will explain what a paternity test actually is and answer questions on how it works to prove who fathered the child. Why A Paternity Test: Some question why this test is called a 'paternity'. The answer is quite simple: unless the mother was impregnated through an egg donation, it's obvious that she is the mother. The father, however, can be anyone--that is why children are tested against his DNA and not hers. How Does A Paternity Test Work: Though there are other methods, DNA testing is the easiest--and most effective--way to test a child for paternity. DNA is unique for each individual but, when sexual reproduction occurs, an embryo is created. That embryo is f...







Comments
Post a Comment