Fact about DNA:
# DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid.
# DNA is part of our definition of a living organism.
# DNA is found in all living things.
# DNA was first isolated in 1869 by Friedrich Miescher.
# James Watson and Francis Crick figured out the structure of DNA.
How long can the DNA samples survive for the testing?
The DNA extracted from saliva (blood or some other biological material) can be stored for a number of years. Obviously the DNA sample has to be stored properly. If saliva swabs are used, it’s important to leave swabs to dry completely before being placed in an envelope. There are many reasons to require a paternity test of your DNA. You may need to resolve parentage issues for medical, legal or even simply curiosity reasons.
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