ΕUROPEAN CENTER FOR GENETICS & DNA IDENTIFICATION

DNA TESTS FOR TWINS
Monozygotic or dizygotic twins
Description
A DNA twin test offers a clear answer to whether the twins are identical or not.

A twin test determines whether the twins are monozygotic or dizygotic i.e. if they come from one fertilized egg (monozygotic) or whether they come from two fertilized eggs (dizygotic). The analysis is based on the assumption that monozygotic twins are genetically identical by sharing the exact genetic material, while dizygotic twins share only half of their genetic material.

 This information could be useful in many cases:

1. Personal reasons; when the parents want to know if their twins are identical or not

2. Medical reasons: blood transfusions or organ transplant where it is important to know whether the twins are identical as monozygotic twins are the perfect donors for each other (best chance for organ acceptance).

Participants in DNA Twins Test
A DNA twin test offers a clear answer to whether the twins are identical or not.

A DNA twin test offers a clear answer to whether the twins are identical or not. Participation of both twins is necessary. Comparison of the twin’s genetic profiles is performed by analyzing 16 standard genetic markers.

  Identical Twins    Fraternal Twins
Participants in DNA Twin Test

      Shared Placenta          Seperate Placentas

Sampling
For twin testing DNAlogy sends you the DNAlogy-PATROTISkit® free of charge.

The test is performed using saliva sampling ; samples are therefore easily collected, sent by post and finally stored at room temperature for years.
Saliva sampling makes collection simple, more convenient and guarantees easy sampling, postage and storage of the DNA samples.
Under special circumstances we also gather samples from other biological materials such as bloodstains (from band aids, clothes, bandages) as well as other sources including hair follicles, toothbrushes, pacifiers, cigarette butts, chewing gum, tissues etc.

For more information regarding sampling and postage of the kit please contact our lab.

Results
DNAlogy completes tests and has results within 7 working days after receiving the specimens.

You receive a DNA Expert Report with the analytical lab results and analytical conclusion(s), signed by our DNA Experts.

The process can be reduced to 3-4 working days by using express postal services. The results are delivered to the person who filled in the application either by post, e-mail or by personally visiting the DNAlogy lab in Athens.

Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUCCAL CELL COLLECTION: DNALOGY-KIT
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In the course of sampling, DNAlogy offers you free-of charge the DNAlogy-kit including the sterilized cotton swab, sampling instructions and a consent/order form for the applicant.
The aim of sampling is to collect as many cheek cells as possible and to transfer them to the sterilized cotton swab, which is going to protect DNA until its transfer to our laboratory.
Attention: Avoid any contact with the cotton tip end of the swabs.
Do not eat, drink or smoke for at least 30 minutes before sampling.
For the sampling procedure, each individual should use 2 swabs.

Step 1
Label the collection tube of swab with the code "Sample 1" and the sampling date.

Step 2
Carefully open the first collection tube by holding the red plastic handle end and carefully remove the sterile swab for buccal cell collection.

Step 3
Sampling: Holding the red plastic handle end of swab, place the cotton tip of the swab inside the cheek and rub it firmly in every direction several times (20 seconds in each cheek). Repeat steps 1-3 with the second collection tube with the code "Sample 1".

Step 4
Air dry the swabs for at least 3 hours (no less) at room temperature while keeping them protected from any source of contamination. When dry, place the swabs back in the collection tubes.

Step 5
Place the two collection tubes containing the biological material to be analyzed in the reply envelope and send it back to DNAlogy along with the completed Consent Form.

1)On line from our website using a fully-secured transaction system. For the safety of our customers the trading system is directly managed by Alpha Bank. DNAlogy has no access to bank card information used for the transaction.
2) Τelephone
Call (+30) 2109650370
3) FAX
Fill in the form and send it to (+30) 2109650370
4) Bank money transfer:
Fill out the form and mandate of the test deposit the appropriate amount to the following account:

DNAlogy SA
Alpha Bank, IBAN: GR11 0140 8030 8030 0200 2023 224, BIC: CRBAGRAA

The DNAlogy-Family-kit® will be sent with absolute discretion in neutral packaging and without the inclusion of the sender's details.

Product Relation: 
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DNAlogy offers you a wide variety of DNA tests in order to confirm biological links through a fast, safe and easy saliva sampling method using the DNAlogy-Family-kit®.

DNA TESTS FOR TWINS

DNAlogy gives you the opportunity to take a DNA test

 339 €
Extra Participant
+130€ per person
Alternative Biological samples and items Hair for their roots, cigarette butts, chewing gum, toothbrushes, tissues, etc.
+140€ per person
Fast Service Results within 3-4 business days after receipt of samples and payment - time mail delivery is not included.
+100€
ID Card Print your genetic profile in the form and quality of Credit Card (PVC Card), choosing the model, adding the photo and the slogan of your choice
+25€ per person

All prices include VAT as well as the postage of DNAlogy-Family-kit®.

Child or Alleged father

Hair for their roots, cigarette butts, chewing gum, toothbrushes, tissues, etc.

Results within 3-4 business days after receipt of samples and payment - time mail delivery is not included.

Print your genetic profile in the form and quality of Credit Card (PVC Card), choosing the model, adding the photo and the slogan of your choice