All adults must bring a valid government-issued photo ID at the time of collection.

Minors must bring an official birth certificate to help verify identity and parental relationship.

If the official birth certificate is not available yet, a hospital birth record or newborn discharge paperwork may be accepted until the certified birth certificate is issued.

Please bring the original court order or a certified copy with you at the time of collection.

Not always. Requirements depend on the type of test and the legal circumstances. Contact us before booking so we can explain what is needed for your specific situation.

Most DNA collections take about 10 to 15 minutes per person.

Results depend on the type of DNA test ordered. Paternity, maternity, and zygosity testing is typically completed within 2-3 business days after the lab receives the samples. Aunt/uncle, siblingship, and grandparentage testing is typically completed within 5 business days after the lab receives the samples.

Yes. Mobile DNA collection is our specialty. We can meet you at a safe, convenient, approved location.

We offer legal paternity testing, legal relationship testing, and mobile DNA collection services.

Yes. Payment is required before the collection appointment is confirmed.

Please avoid eating, drinking, smoking, or chewing gum for at least 30 minutes before your appointment. This helps support a clean, uncontaminated sample.

Yes. You must disclose any history of a bone marrow or stem cell transplant before testing. In some cases, standard sample types may not be appropriate, and the laboratory may require a different specimen type for accurate results.

In New York, DNA testing typically requires authorization before testing can be completed. Depending on the type of test, this may include authorization from a physician, an attorney, or a court order.

No. At-home DNA testing is not permitted in New York. Research Me provides mobile, professionally collected DNA testing services instead.

Yes. Legal DNA testing follows a strict chain-of-custody process so results can be used for court or other official purposes.

In many cases, yes. A paternity test can often still be completed without the mother, although including the mother may help strengthen the analysis.

Yes, but this should be discussed before the appointment so the correct testing setup, paperwork, and pricing can be arranged.

You should let us know before the appointment. If two possible fathers are biologically related, it can affect how the test is set up and interpreted by the laboratory.

No. At-home DNA tests are not the same as legal DNA tests. For court or official use, samples must be collected under a documented chain-of-custody process with the proper authorization.

Yes. Your information and results are handled confidentially and shared only as permitted by the testing process, laboratory policy, and applicable law.

Yes. Research Me offers same-day, weekend, and after-hours appointments based on availability. Contact us directly to check scheduling and secure your appointment.

Yes. We serve Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and surrounding areas. Travel beyond the included service area may require an additional travel fee. Mobile appointments include up to 20 miles from Niagara Falls, NY at no extra charge. Locations beyond 20 miles may include the following travel fees: • 21–30 miles: $25 • 31–40 miles: $35 • 41–50 miles: $50 • 50+ miles: Custom quote

Bring your required identification or documents, avoid eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes before collection, and let us know in advance about any special circumstances, such as court paperwork or a history of bone marrow transplant.

Research Me is a mobile DNA sample collection business, so appointments are conducted at the client’s location or at a prearranged approved meeting location. At this time, I do not offer traditional in-office or walk-in appointments. This mobile model allows for greater convenience, privacy, and flexibility for my clients.