: Specialists compare the patterns between the child and the potential father to calculate the "probability of paternity". Types of Paternity Tests
: Analyzes fetal DNA found in the mother's blood; can be done as early as the 7th or 8th week . paternity testing
: The most common method uses a buccal (cheek) swab to collect epithelial cells. While blood samples are also accurate, swabs are preferred for being painless and easier to transport. : Specialists compare the patterns between the child