DNA identification tests are used to establish identity and/or parentage. They represent an invaluable tool in cases involving the reunification of immigrants with their families by offering the ultimate proof attesting to the existence of family relationships. Warnex is one of the few laboratories in Canada recognized by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) to perform DNA identification tests for immigration purposes. We are accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) under ISO 17025/CAN-P-4E and CAN-P-1578 for DNA analysis.

Warnex offers DNA tests to prove various family relationships:

  • father/child
  • mother/child
  • brother/sister
  • half-brother/half-sister
  • grandparents, uncle, aunt, etc.

Warnex is renowned for its expertise and offers a high degree of accuracy. Our tests offer an accuracy of over 99.8% as required by CIC. For more information on each test, please refer to their respective sections of this website.

Accreditations

Warnex Medical Laboratories is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) for DNA analysis under the following programs: ISO 17025/CAN-P-4E "General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories" and CAN-P-1578 "Guidelines for the Accreditation of Forensic Testing Laboratories".

Procedure

To order a PRO-DNATM identification test for immigration purposes, you must provide us with a letter from CIC stating which relationship must be established. We will refer you to one of our collection centres near you where you will be asked to present official identification with a photograph (ex. driver’s licence, medical card, etc.) and supply us with two (2) recent photographs (passport-size and quality), after which the samples will follow a strict chain of custody. We will also contact the Embassy for the other participant(s) of the test and provide them with all the necessary material for the DNA sample collection as well as instructions and consent forms.

Results

Results of the test are obtained within 5 to 10 working days following the receipt of the samples at our laboratory. This does not take into account the time it takes to collect and ship the samples. Results are transmitted by registered mail to the applicant and to CIC.

Cost

The PRO-DNA Immigration Test to prove maternity or paternity includes DNA analysis for one (1) child at a cost of $695. Each additional child costs $195. If you need to establish another type of relationship, please contact us for more information. Participants located in other countries are responsible for the cost of collection and shipping of their samples to Warnex.

Sample

The DNA test is performed on a buccal swab sample (saliva). Since every cell of our body contains the same DNA, it is possible to extract each participant’s DNA from collected saliva cells and perform the requested genetic analysis. This simple, painless type of collection procedure yields results that are as reliable as blood sampling results. Moreover, it can be performed as easily on a newborn or child as on an adult.

All participants must complete and sign a release and consent form. In the case of a minor, the mother or the legal guardian must complete and sign the child's consent form. We do not conduct any tests without the knowledge of the parties concerned.

How to Order

Online

E-mail us at info@prodna.ca.

Telephone

Call us at (450) 663-6724 ext. 247 or toll-free at 1-888-988-1888 ext. 247.