DNA Sample Collection for Paternity Testing: Blood Sample vs Buccal Swab
Determining biological paternity is a crucial aspect in many situations, such as resolving legal disputes, tracing ancestry, or simply gaining peace of mind. Paternity testing is the most reliable scientific method to establish this relationship, and it all begins with a crucial first step – DNA sample collection. The two most common methods for this […]
Maternity DNA Testing vs. Paternity DNA Testing: Differences and Use Cases
Here at Smart DNA, we often receive questions about the differences between maternity and paternity DNA testing. In this article, we will highlight the distinctions, their importance, and typical use cases for both tests. What is DNA Testing? DNA testing involves analyzing an individual’s genetic material to ascertain biological relationships or genetic predispositions. Two commonly […]
DNA Test Kit: How to Perform a DNA Test at Home In Nigeria
Genetic testing is a revolutionary advancement in science that has democratized access to crucial information about one’s health, ancestry, and personal traits. In this article, we’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of using a DNA test kit at home. What is a DNA Test Kit? A DNA test kit is a package that includes […]
The Different Types of DNA Tests in Nigeria – Relationship, Diagnostic, Ancestry and Infidelity
DNA testing has become mainstream in recent years. This is due to the advancement in genetic technology and the increasing affordability, these tests are now accessible to a wider number of people. There are various types of genetic tests in the Nigerian market, from paternity to ancestry to even disease predisposition. Thus, it is important […]
How much is DNA Paternity Testing In Nigeria – The Definitive Guide [2023]
One of the questions that we get asked frequently at Smart DNA Nigeria is how much is paternity DNA testing? The answer to this question depends on the type of paternity DNA test you want and what you’re going to use the results for. Some of the factors that influence the price of DNA tests […]
The Cost of DNA Testing in Nigeria – A Definitive Guide to Paternity, Legal, Immigration and Other DNA Tests in Nigeria
When it comes to DNA testing in Nigeria, one common question people always ask is “How much is a DNA test? This is because DNA testing is generally viewed as an expensive procedure. However, this is not the case. There are different types of DNA testing services, each with its own unique use cases, procedures […]
Prenatal DNA Paternity Testing In Nigeria – How to Determine the Father of A Child Before Birth
It is no more news that a lot of expecting mothers in Nigeria are uncertain about who the father of their unborn child is. Dealing with paternity questions while pregnant can be extremely stressful and overwhelming for a woman. However, advancements in lab technology now make it possible to find out the paternity of an […]
Paternity DNA Testing in Nigeria – A Comprehensive Guide [2023]
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is the genetic material transferred from both mother and father to their child. Paternity refers to fatherhood. Hence, a DNA paternity test uses DNA samples from a man and his offspring, to determine whether a man is the child’s biological father. In Nigeria, there’s been an increasing number of cases of Fathers […]
The Covid-19 Omicron Variant is Looming, What’s Next?
The story of Alan Sporn accounts for just one of the countless untold COV1D-19 cases that exist. It is necessary that whatever your COVID-19 history may be – vaccinated or unvaccinated, you are conscious of the slight similarities that may exist between you and Alan Sporn. In May 2021, it was reported in the United […]
The COVID-19 Omicron Variant is Here: Don’t Lose Guard
It is no longer new news that there is a new COVID-19 variant called the Omicron circulating the world. Just when we thought we were beating COVID-19 to its game, another variant crept up on us when we were least expecting it. And as crazy and exhausting as this may seem for us, we need […]