DNA Testing Locations - Columbus, NM

Paternity, Child Custody, Court

Offering DNA testing for legal and non-legal purposes

4 DNA-Testing Centers in Columbus

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122 S Gold Ave Ste 3 Attn Cindy24.08 miles

122 S Gold Ave Ste 3 Attn Cindy
Deming, NM 88030

850 W Florida St30.04 miles

850 W Florida St
Deming, NM 88030

1110 W Florida St30.07 miles

1110 W Florida St
Deming, NM 88030

900 W Ash St30.54 miles

900 W Ash St
Deming, NM 88030

How It Works

Legal DNA test – when needing a DNA test for paternity, child custody or any court ordered purpose a legal DNA test must be performed at a testing center, the child/children and the alleged father will be scheduled to go to one of our many testing centers nationwide with appropriate documentation, identification, and the test will be performed by a qualified DNA test collector who will then send the specimen to a certified AABB laboratory. Results will be available in approximately 10 days after the laboratory receives the specimen.

Non-legal DNA test -this test is performed for informational purposes only, a DNA certified test kit will be sent to the purchaser via regular mail or overnight delivery. The kit will include clear instructions of how to perform the DNA test, the purchaser will utilize an oral fluid swab for the child/children and alleged father. upon completion the specimen will be placed in a prepaid delivery envelope and sent to our AABB certified laboratory. Results will be available in approximately 10 days after the specimens are received at the laboratory. Please remember the non-legal DNA test cannot be used in a court of law or for any legal purpose.

Columbus DNA Testing

DNA Testing Services Available at Our Columbus, NM Labs:

In Columbus, NM, the intricacies of DNA testing can be navigated with ease through our comprehensive services at Accredited Drug Testing. Our local centers, backed by AABB certification, provide a wide array of tests—from paternity to ancestry—ensuring that you have access to accurate and confidential genetic information. Whether determining familial connections for legal reasons or uncovering your genetic history, our services meet diverse needs with precision and reliability. By focusing on cutting-edge technology and stringent protocols, we assure test accuracy and a seamless experience, helping you discover vital genetic insights right in your community.

Testing Types Available:

Legal DNA Testing

Our Legal DNA Testing services are designed for court cases, including paternity and custody disputes, using a chain-of-custody process that ensures results are legally defensible and recognized by the legal system.

Non-Legal DNA Testing

Our Non-Legal DNA Testing explores personal connections, ancestry, and genetics without legal bindings, providing informational insights into familial ties, health predispositions, and genetic heritage.

AABB Certified Labs

How Our DNA Testing Works

Our DNA testing process in Columbus, NM, involves scheduling an appointment, followed by a simple, non-invasive sample collection. Your sample is analyzed in our state-of-the-art laboratory, with results ready within 3-5 days, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

Accuracy and Reliability

Our DNA testing guarantees unsurpassed precision through our collaboration with AABB-accredited labs, maintaining rigorous quality control and adherence to strict testing standards, ensuring accurate, court-accepted results every time.
AABB Certified Labs

Common Reasons for DNA Testing in Columbus

Establishing parentage for custody/support.
DNA testing plays a crucial role in confirming parentage for custody and child support cases by providing precise, court-accepted evidence of biological connections. This aids judges in making informed rulings that ensure responsible parenting and equitable financial arrangements.

Confirming familial relationships.
Using DNA tests to confirm family ties is definitive, clarifying uncertainties regarding connections among siblings, grandparents, and other relatives. Reliable genetic data can resolve inheritance conflicts and fortify bonds by verifying biological links.

Immigration cases requiring proof of biological relationships.
DNA testing is essential for immigration, guaranteeing proof of biological ties needed for visas and citizenship. Legal genetic tests provide indisputable evidence that is accepted by immigration bodies, aiding in faster family reunification and lessening bureaucratic delays.

Adoption cases or identifying unknown biological relatives.
DNA analysis aids in adoption-related searches, revealing unknown biological kin and offering adoptees valuable genetic insights. This process provides closure, uncovers critical health history, and supports a deeper understanding of personal lineage.

Genealogy and ancestry exploration.
Genealogical DNA tests reveal ancestry details, diverse origins, and remote relations, broadening one's knowledge of family roots. Insights into ancestral migration paths enrich cultural identity and foster exploration of familial heritage.

Columbus Legal and Court-Admissible Testing

Our DNA tests are fully compliant with the legal standards in Luna County, ensuring accurate and court-admissible results for family law cases. By maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols, we guarantee that results are recognized by courts in Columbus, NM, and conducted at accredited labs adhering to all legal mandates.

In family law scenarios within Columbus, NM, confirming biological ties is paramount. Our certified DNA testing is stringently aligned with the requirements of Luna County courts. Comprehensive documentation accompanies each test, ensuring sample authenticity and safeguarding the legal validity of your results.

Our DNA testing services adhere to Luna County's legal criteria, delivering clarity and assurance in complex family legal matters. Residents of Columbus, NM, trust our exhaustive testing procedures and legally robust documentation to resolve custody disagreements, inheritance disputes, and paternity cases effectively and promptly.

Columbus New Mexico Community Resources

Luna County Clerk's Office
Handles public records and legal documentation in Luna County.

Sixth Judicial District Court
Provides court services for legal cases within Luna County.

USCIS Office
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services for visa and citizenship services.

Luna County Health Department
Provides public health services and information for Luna County residents.

NM Courts System
Information on the New Mexico court system and services offered statewide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Accredited Drug Testing provides access to DNA collection locations nationwide. In most cases, individuals can be scheduled at a site close to their home, workplace, attorney’s office, or court jurisdiction for convenience.
Yes, if it is ordered as a legal paternity DNA test and collected under strict chain-of-custody procedures. During a legal test, each tested party’s identity is verified, the collector documents the handoff of the swabs, and the lab issues a report suitable for court, child support enforcement, and other official proceedings.
Accredited Drug Testing also offers non-legal DNA testing. This option still compares DNA profiles but does not require the same level of identity documentation or chain of custody. These results are for personal knowledge and are typically not intended for courtroom use.
Immigration-related DNA testing is used to confirm a claimed biological relationship, such as parent and child, when other documentation is incomplete or unavailable. Properly collected and documented DNA samples can be submitted as supporting evidence in visa or residency applications.
Most DNA tests use a painless cheek swab (buccal swab). A trained collector swabs the inside of the cheek to collect cells containing each person’s DNA. In legal and immigration cases, this process is witnessed, logged, and sealed to protect the integrity of the results.
Yes. Results are released only to the authorized requesting party, such as the tested adult, legal guardian, attorney, court/probation contact, or designated immigration representative. All results are handled under strict confidentiality and documented securely.
Yes. Accredited Drug Testing provides relationship DNA tests, including grandparent DNA tests, sibling tests, avuncular (aunt/uncle) tests, and other kinship analyses. These tests help establish or confirm a biological relationship when one or both biological parents cannot participate.
In many cases, DNA collection appointments can be arranged quickly to meet legal timelines, court dates, immigration requests, or custody hearings. The collection is performed at an approved location and then sent for laboratory processing.

Customer Reviews

Sweet and helpful

Trish was amazing and got me through the sytem very fast and swift. I had a hard time hearing her a couple of times, but she was super sweet and helpful throughout the process. Highly recommend her!

Sophia Schutze - 6/19/2024

ADT was able to get me the best tests

Dealing with allegation’s of drug use that completely false is stressful, ADT was able to get me the best tests, going back the farthest in the same day with as little hassle as possible, I spoke with 1 person and wasn’t transferred once, and they took my payment, and got me my work order for a clinic as close as possible for the service I needed. 5*

Christopher Hansis - 12/19/2024

Great service

Great service easy use quick processing! Need a hair follicle for my DCFS case , quick and convenient!

Jesse Dupre - 4/12/2025


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