Diagnostics & Medical Tests
DNA Paternity Testing: Costs and What to Expect
DNA paternity testing is one of the most accurate ways to establish biological parentage, but costs can range from around $100 for a simple peace-of-mind test to well over $1,000 for specialized prenatal testing. This guide explains how paternity tests work, what drives the price up or down, typical cost ranges, turnaround times, and what to expect from sample collection to results.