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Twins DNA Test
Use DNA to understand the relationship between twins.
What is twin DNA testing?
Only twin zygosity DNA testing can positively confirm whether twins are identical or fraternal. Although more than 70% of Dichorionic Diamniotic (Di/Di) twins are fraternal, they can also be identical. A twin zygosity analysis compares the twins’ DNA profiles to see whether they match—an exact match proves they are identical. Twins of any age can be tested. The report is posted to your secure online account just 4 business days after all samples have been received. Contact our experts today for a free consultation.
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If you are adult twins living in different locations, we’ll send out separate testing materials—easy!
- To confirm the truth about a twin relationship
- Medical and/or health reasons
- Lost medical records about zygosity
- To put to rest doubt that may have arisen because of the twins’ physical characteristics as they age
Results are completely confidential, and your private genetic information is never shared with or sold to outside parties. See our privacy policy here.
Testing Options for Twin DNA Testing
Legal: If you want names of the twins on their DNA-test report, choose the legal option with witnessed DNA-collection. DDC helps you locate a DNA-sample collection provider near you.. The professional collector then compiles all identification, completes paperwork for the test, and sends the package to DDC for testing.
Personal Knowledge: If you need the sibling-test results solely for peace of mind and are not concerned with having the twins’ names on the report, you can collect your DNA at home and send it to DDC for testing. Keep in mind results are not court-admissible and there are no names on the report.
TIP: If you think you may need results for court in the future, we suggest you do a legal test in the first place so you only have to test once.
To order a Twin DNA Test, call 0800 009 2969
More about this Test
Q: My twins had separate placentas. Does that mean they are fraternal?
A: Twins with separate placentas are not always fraternal. Only a twin zygosity DNA test can confirm the exact relationship between twins.
Before the widespread use of DNA testing, medical professionals (and therefore parents) assumed that, if twins had their own amniotic sacs and their own placentas, then they must be fraternal.
Fraternal twins come from two eggs being fertilized by two sperm. The zygotes implant separately, have their own in-utero “condos,” and can be girl/girl, boy/boy, or boy/girl.
Identical twins come from a single fertilized egg that splits in two. This division happens usually around days 4 or 5, and after the placenta and amniotic sac have started developing.
BUT :
If the fertilized egg splits before the placenta and amniotic sac normally start forming for identical twins, say around days 2 or 3, then each zygote develops its own sac and placenta.
So what could look like fraternal twins to medical pros is actually a set of identical twins!
Q: Can results from a twin DNA test be used for legal reasons?
A: Results from a twin DNA test can be used for legal reasons if a chain-of-custody process is followed: A DDC specialist helps you locate an approved DNA collector near you, DNA-collection is witnessed by the collector, and samples are sent directly to DDC for testing from the facility. If you just want answers for personal knowledge or as a guide for possible future medical treatment, then a home twin DNA test is an option.
