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With the growing demand for accurate and discreet DNA testing in the UK, DDC (DNA Diagnostics Centre) has become the global leader in the market offering non-invasive prenatal paternity testing (NIPP). A closer look at other providers reveals some key differences in pricing transparency, service structure, and lab accreditations that prospective customers should be aware of when considering a lab for their non-invasive paternity testing needs.
Overview: Accreditation & Prenatal Testing Options
Several companies offer legal and private testing for Prenatal, Standard Relationship and Immigration testing, but their lab standards differ. Here’s a breakdown of how they compare:
Comparison chart of DDC’s features vs competitors.
Pricing Transparency: What’s Actually Included?
One major advantage of using DDC for your NIPP test lies in how pricing is presented and what is included in the initial cost. While many companies advertise competitive starting rates, some users have reported that their pricing structure involves optional extras that aren’t always clear upfront — such as home collection fees, legal reports or faster turnaround options.
DDC appears to take a more all-inclusive approach, especially for prenatal paternity testing, where the quoted price typically covers everything from sample collection in the comfort of your own home, to full analysis.
| Service | DDC UK | Competitors |
| Prenatal Paternity Test | £795 (includes all samples collections, personal or court approved testing and express testing) | Prices starting from £795 (sample collections, Court Approved report and faster turnaround often cost extra) |
| Collection | Included and coordinated | Often additional (£30–£120) |
Prenatal Paternity Testing: What to Know
All non-invasive prenatal paternity tests require a blood sample from the mother and cheek swab from the potential father. However, it’s worth asking upfront whether the mother’s DNA sample collection is included in the advertised price. With DDC, the sample collection at home is included in the fee whereas other labs may charge extra depending on how the service is arranged.
Final Thoughts
For anyone exploring DNA testing services in the UK, it’s important to consider more than just the starting price. Lab accreditations, what’s actually included in the quoted cost, turnaround times, and service availability can all have a significant impact on both experience and results.
DDC will appeal to those looking for full pricing transparency, international accreditations, extended support hours and multilingual customer service support.
The DDC team has been setting the standard in DNA testing for over 25 years, using the most advanced technology and techniques available. With accreditations from AABB, The Ministry of Justice, ISO, CAP, and more, our in-house laboratory has performed over 20 million DNA tests for clients worldwide.
