Why Do the Paternity Test?
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April 7, 2022
There are two main reasons why a paternity test is usually required. The first is the need to prove to someone that a son or daughter is theirs. The second, and most usual, reason is that there are people who have doubts
The Request
In the first case, you do not face any uncertainty because you know that the result will be positive or negative (it always depends on the situation) and so you have the test with peace of mind in this regard. It is common for the biological mother to request the test, either to prove to the biological father or to the father's family, that the child is indeed his.
The second case of taking a paternity test, in which the person requesting the analysis is also the person who has the doubt, is usually more complex. Certainly, this is a situation that is not easy to face because of the implications that the result may have. Because when you order a paternity test, you must think about the consequences that it will have on the lives of the people concerned: father, mother and child, especially if this child is a minor.
Considerations
There are some things to think about before ordering the paternity test. Perhaps, for someone who sees the situation from the outside, the first thing he or she thinks about is the legal consequences. From the point of view of the alleged father, if the result is positive, he has to consider taking care of this person, paying child support if he does not live with the mother and, moreover, this child will possibly bear his surname. If the result is negative and he is already caring for this child, then he no longer has to pay child support, but he also has to consider this carefully, especially if the child is registered with his name. Of course, he can request a change. In addition, if the result shows that there was infidelity. It can also involve the breakdown of a couple: separation and divorce. Whatever the outcome, it will be devastating for all parties involved.
It is important to remember, in any case, that this is usually a private test, which cannot be used for legal purposes (for example, to request the change of surname), but this allows you to know in advance what the result of a legal test will be, since there will be "official" proof.
Emotional Implications
The emotional implications are, however, greater in most cases, especially if the result is negative and a relationship has already been created between father and child, or with other family members. If the result is positive, the individuals involved must ask themselves whether they want to establish these emotional connections or not, taking into account, in addition, that there are two parts in this equation – father and son or daughter – and that, perhaps, the father is involved in the life of the child from an emotional point of view, but the son or daughter, or the mother, does not want it. This can be, no doubt, an extremely complicated situation that, at times, may require the help of a psychologist or social worker.
Contact a Paternity Expert
A paternity test is currently the safest way to determine a biological link between two people. This type of test is becoming more and more common, and it is carried out all over the world, a test accepted worldwide by the general public as well as by legal and governmental institutions. If you are unsure of your child’s paternity and want to have a discreet test taken, it is best to look to a company that has a reputation of respecting your privacy and providing results you can depend on. Contact a paternity expert for help
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