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HelpTest ID Not orderable in One Chart (charge capture only) PATERNITY SPECIMEN COLLECTION FOR DNA
AKA
DNA Testing,
Parentage Testing,
Paternity Collection
Specimen Type/Requirements
Performed at Sanford Clinic Broadway East, 737 Broadway, Fargo,
North Dakota (701-234-2346); Sanford Medical Center Thief River
Falls, 120 LaPree Ave S, Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Schedule
appointment between client, testing agency and Sanford’s
Paternity Collection staff (see list). Testing agency to send kit
to Sanford Collection staff or client (cord specimens). Follow
Collection instructions included in kit. Kits may vary depending on
referring lab. Collection kit received from testing laboratory with
appropriate collection containers (tubes or swabs) included. Chain
of Custody Documentation required. Make a copy of client
identification, obtain pictures and thumb prints of parties
involved.
Buccal swab (inner check swab) rinse mouth if food in the past 30
minutes. Label specimens appropriately.
Obtain blood specimens using tubes found in kit. Avoid hemolysis
when collecting.
Cord Blood Collection (performed only at delivery – check
with OB Provider to see if they will collect).
Performed Test Frequency
Specimen collection only Monday through Friday, Day shift (9-11 am whenever possible).
Methodology
DNA-based testing using PCR or RFLP performed at
referring specialty laboratory. Contact specialty laboratory
for
additional information.
Performing Lab
Sanford Fargo
Transport Temperature
Follow packaging and shipping directions that came with
collection kit. Maintain appropriate chain of custody of
specimens and paperwork.
Storage On Site
Specimen collection by appointment only: Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Only testing agencies supplying collection kits can make appointments.
Container Type
See Collection Kit and Instructions.