A Guide to Paternity Testing

This article briefly describes why paternity testing may be necessary, how it may benefit a child, and what methods are used to obtain samples and to establish paternity. Written for the paternity testing request.

Submitted By C.R. Donovan

Paternity Testing: Using DNA to Determine if a Man is the Biological Father of a Child

This is an article discussing paternity testing utilizing the DNA of the mother, child and the alleged father. This article discusses how DNA is obtained and reasons that some families seek paternity testing.

Submitted By Melissa Nykorchuk

Proper Application of Paternity Testing

Paternity testing is not always the answer a family is looking for. Article defines paternity testing, appropriate uses for establishing custody, support obligations, and validating fertility services. Types of paternity testing are also compared, such as at home kits, and medical practice provided services. Most importantly, this article impresses the need to look at paternity testing as not just a simple scientific procedure, but a serious decision affecting far more of the family unit than usually intended.

Submitted By Elizabeth Ann West

The Importance of Having a Health Care Proxy

This is an article discussing the role of a health care proxy and its importance.

Submitted By Melissa Nykorchuk

Who is the Daddy? Paternity Testing Explained

This article contains an explanation of paternity testing, including different types of specimen collection and the approximate cost of each. An explanation of DNA and how it is used to accurately identify the father of an individual is also included. A little over two thirds of the article is presented in this summary.

Submitted By Ariah

Texas Marriage Laws

Marriage Laws for the State of Texas.

Submitted By TheWriteKind