DNA Testing Locations - Columbia, SC

Paternity, Child Custody, Court

With 29 testing centers in the Columbia area, we offer drug and alcohol testing for employment, probation and DOT requirements. Additional services include DOT consortium enrollment, DNA Testing and background checks. Order your tests and services online or call (800) 221-4291.

29 DNA-Testing Centers in Columbia

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1538 Main St

0.36 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1538 Main St
Columbia, SC 29201

1333 Taylor St Ste 3h

0.47 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM & 12:30 PM-3:30 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1333 Taylor St Ste 3h
Columbia, SC 29201

1715 Blanding St

0.78 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1715 Blanding St
Columbia, SC 29201

1472 Turn Rd

1.32 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-8:00 PM • Sat: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1472 Turn Rd
Columbia, SC 29201

3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230,

1.97 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3010 Farrow Rd Ste 230,
Columbia, SC 29203

2719 Middleburg Dr Ste 201

2.03 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2719 Middleburg Dr Ste 201
Columbia, SC 29204

977 Knox Abbott Dr

2.19 mi
🕑 Facility: Mon–Fri: 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM (Lunch: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM)⚡ Drug Screens: Tuesday: 08:00 am - 04:00 pm; Thursday: 08:00 am - 04:00 pm; Friday: 08:00 am - 04:00 pm
977 Knox Abbott Dr
Cayce, SC 29033

3304 Forest Dr

2.63 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3304 Forest Dr
Columbia, SC 29204

220 Stoneridge Dr Ste 101

2.77 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
220 Stoneridge Dr Ste 101
Columbia, SC 29210

511 Beltline Blvd

3.19 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: M-Th 7:30 AM-4:30 PM • F 7:30 AM-12:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
511 Beltline Blvd
Columbia, SC 29205

3799 12th St Extension Ste 110

3.34 mi
🕑 Facility: Mon–Fri: 07:00 AM - 05:00 PM⚡ Drug Screens: Mon–Fri: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
3799 12th St Extension Ste 110
Cayce, SC 29033

2249 Augusta Rd

3.67 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2249 Augusta Rd
West Columbia, SC 29169

4500 Forest Dr Ste A

3.77 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 12:00 PM-5:00 PM • Sat: 10:00 AM-3:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
4500 Forest Dr Ste A
Columbia, SC 29206

114 Gateway Ln

3.80 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
114 Gateway Ln
Columbia, SC 29210

1345 Garner Ln Ste 303

4.18 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1345 Garner Ln Ste 303
Columbia, SC 29210

3000 Ne Medical Park Ste 111

4.47 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3000 Ne Medical Park Ste 111
Columbia, SC 29223

2836 Augusta Rd

4.56 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2836 Augusta Rd
West Columbia, SC 29170

3020 Sunset Blvd Ste 102

5.03 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-11:30 AM & 1:00 PM-4:30 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3020 Sunset Blvd Ste 102
West Columbia, SC 29169

1117 Saint Andrews Rd

5.41 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
1117 Saint Andrews Rd
Columbia, SC 29210

111 Executive Center Dr Ste 238

5.43 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
111 Executive Center Dr Ste 238
Columbia, SC 29210

769b Greenlawn Dr

5.44 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: M-Th 8:30 AM-5:30 PM • F 8:30 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
769b Greenlawn Dr
Columbia, SC 29209

3240 Sunset Blvd

5.44 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
3240 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169

2 Southern Ct

5.67 mi
🕑 Facility: Mon–Fri: 07:30 AM - 04:30 PM⚡ Drug Screens: Mon–Fri: 07:30 AM - 04:00 PM
2 Southern Ct
West Columbia, SC 29169

6941 N Trenholm Rd Ste I

5.97 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
6941 N Trenholm Rd Ste I
Columbia, SC 29206

2406 Decker Blvd

6.23 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-3:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
2406 Decker Blvd
Columbia, SC 29206

7653 Garners Ferry Rd

6.34 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-6:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
7653 Garners Ferry Rd
Columbia, SC 29209

100 Jimmy Love Ln

8.41 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM & 1:00 PM-4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
100 Jimmy Love Ln
Columbia, SC 29212

114 Gateway Corporate Blvd Ste 430

8.43 mi
🕑 Testing Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM & 2:00 PM-3:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
114 Gateway Corporate Blvd Ste 430
Columbia, SC 29203

9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15

8.84 mi
🕑 Mon–Fri: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM✓ Walk-in with Electronic Donor Pass
9005 Two Notch Road Suite 15
Columbia, SC 29223

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.

Columbia DNA Testing

DNA Testing Services Available at Our Columbia, SC Labs:

In Columbia, SC, Accredited Drug Testing offers comprehensive DNA testing services that address a range of needs including establishing biological relationships in legal cases, confirming familial ties, and exploring genealogy. Our services, bound by Richland County's legal frameworks, utilize certified AABB laboratories to deliver court-admissible results with high accuracy. Whether seeking a court-admissible DNA test for custody disputes or exploring ancestral roots through genetic genealogy, we provide swift, reliable, and confidential services. Discover your family history, confirm paternity, or establish sibling relationships with ease. We ensure a seamless experience from sample collection to receiving detailed results, all within a few days. Trust us for dependable testing, grounded in scientific accuracy and committed to providing clarity for your most pressing needs.

Testing Types Available:

Legal DNA Testing

A court-admissible DNA test provides undeniable evidence to support legal proceedings in custody, support, or immigration cases, recognized by judicial systems for establishing biological relationships.

Legal DNA testing for immigration verifies familial ties necessary for visas or citizenship effectively and swiftly, ensuring compliance with government requirements and expediting reunification.

Non-Legal DNA Testing

An ancestry test offers insightful exploration into one's ethnic background, origins, and family history, enhancing personal knowledge and fostering a connection to cultural roots.

Non-invasive prenatal testing is a gentle way to determine genetic conditions of an unborn child, offering invaluable information without risking pregnancy health.

How Our DNA Testing Works

Visit our Columbia, SC testing center where trained specialists will collect your DNA sample efficiently and securely, ensuring confidentiality throughout the process.

Once your sample reaches our certified lab, they apply precise DNA sequencing techniques to analyze and verify genetic data within a controlled environment.

Receive your DNA test results in 3-5 days, available securely and confidentially, providing you with the clarity and answers you seek with assured accuracy.

Accuracy and Reliability

Our DNA tests set high standards for accuracy by employing rigorous quality control measures, ensuring precise analysis in every genetic test conducted.

Utilizing AABB-accredited labs, we maintain certifications that assure reliable results, reinforcing trust through tested methods and validated protocols.

Common Reasons for DNA Testing in Columbia

Establishing parentage for custody/support.
Using DNA sequencing, establish definite biological links in custody or support cases, lending undeniable, court-approved evidence for fair parental responsibilities and financial support decisions.

Confirming familial relationships.
Genetic markers offer clarity on familial ties, solving sibling and other relative-related queries. With paternity testing, families receive assurance, resolve inheritance rows, and nurture bonds grounded on accurate biological roots.

Immigration cases requiring proof of biological relationships.
Immigration DNA tests validate necessary familial relationships for visas and citizenship, offering unchallengeable proof for migration authorities, ensuring faster family reunification while reducing paperwork delays.

Adoption cases or identifying unknown biological relatives.
Embrace ancestry testing in adoption searches, discovering vital genetic clues about unknown kin, providing adoptees with emotional closure, important health histories, and a better understanding of their genetic lineage.

Genealogy and ancestry exploration.
An ancestry DNA test unveils one's heritage, ethnic origins, and distant kin, enriching knowledge of familial roots. Understand how DNA test cost translates to valuable cultural and historical genealogical insights.

Columbia Legal and Court-Admissible Testing

Our paternity testing meets strict legal standards in Richland County, ensuring credibility in family law. We follow accurate chain-of-custody procedures for reliable results, recognized in Columbia, SC, adhering to mandated legal requirements through certified labs.

Our DNA analysis services play a critical role in Columbia, SC, by accurately defining biological relationships in Richland County's family law. We provide comprehensive documentation to preserve sample integrity, protecting legal value of immigration DNA test results.

Complying with Richland County regulations, our DNA profiling brings transparency to family law issues. Columbia, SC families trust our genealogical DNA test processes and legally sound records for resolving custody conflicts and paternity disputes effectively.

Columbia South Carolina Community Resources

Richland County Courts
Primary legal body handling family law cases, providing guidance and resources for legal DNA testing requirements.

Richland Library Genealogy Resources
Offers tools and access to genealogical records for exploring ancestry in Richland County.

South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control
Provides health guidance relevant to prenatal testing and public health advocacy.

USCIS Columbia Field Office
Local office for immigration services, vital for cases requiring DNA proof of familial ties.

Richland County Solicitor's Office
Oversees legal processes in family-related cases, working closely with legal DNA test criteria.

South Carolina Bar Association Directory
Resource for finding experienced family law and immigration attorneys in Columbia, SC for legal counsel.

Columbia Drug Testing

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Columbia DNA Testing

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Columbia Industry Training

Including specimen collector training, DER training, reasonable suspicion training and much more in Columbia, SC.v

Columbia Hair Drug Testing

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Columbia Alcohol Testing

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Columbia Drug Testing Services

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Columbia 5 Panel Drug Test

Accurate 5 panel drug testing with fast, confidential results—trusted by Columbia, SC employers and individuals nationwide.

Columbia 10 Panel Drug Test

Comprehensive 10 panel drug testing with fast, reliable results—trusted for Columbia, SC workplace and personal testing needs.

Columbia On Site Drug Testing

Convenient on-site mobile drug testing with fast, reliable results—saving time while keeping your Columbia, SC workplace compliant.

Columbia DOT Physicals

Certified DOT physicals with quick, reliable exams to keep Columbia, SC drivers compliant and on the road with confidence.

DOT Consortium

Join our DOT consortium for hassle-free compliance, random testing management, and reliable driver safety solutions.


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

Super Easy to Schedule

Super easy to schedule and get what you need, weather for a job, personal, or court ordered! I believe I spoke with Justine who was helpful in answering all my questions and stayed on the phone with me until she was sure I was all set and got the emails I needed.

Mandy Ryan - 12/14/2024

Kind and very helpful

Called around for hours and posted from company to person and got nowhere and had to fight to get a refund die to there miss information, well save time and sanity Acredited is the ONLY place the person was kind and very helpful, said what I needed and Faith the lady I dealt with made it simple and she did above and beyond everything I needed, as I'm going through a devorse this was a great help and made my day 100 stars from me.

Steven Harrison - 12/19/2024

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


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