We coordinate postmortem DNA collection directly with funeral homes, coroner offices, and estate professionals — managing every step so families and attorneys do not have to.
Discuss an Active CaseContact us immediately if testing is being considered. Sample availability decreases over time. Final pricing confirmed after initial consultation.
Postmortem DNA testing is requested for a narrow set of circumstances. In each of them the stakes are high and the process requires careful coordination.
Biological confirmation for personal knowledge, inheritance purposes, or to establish paternity of a child when the alleged father has passed away. We handle the process with the sensitivity and privacy the situation requires.
Contact Us →Legally admissible biological confirmation for inheritance disputes, estate claims, and probate proceedings. Chain-of-custody documentation and results in a format your case requires.
Attorney Referral Process →When a family or attorney requests DNA testing through your facility, we coordinate the process directly with you — arriving at a scheduled time, collecting approved samples, and managing everything from there.
Funeral Home Partners →Postmortem DNA analysis requires appropriate biological material. The type and condition of available samples affects both the viability of testing and the reliability of results.
Contact us before ruling out a case. We will assess what is available and advise honestly on whether testing is viable — before any collection is attempted and before any commitment is made.
In cases where the coroner's office has been involved, a blood card or other specimen may already be on file. A specimen release fee is payable directly to the coroner's office — fees vary by county and state. We coordinate the release process as part of our service.
Act quickly. Sample availability and viability decreases over time after death. If postmortem DNA testing is being considered, contact us as soon as possible. Early contact gives us the best chance of a successful collection.
From your first call to results delivery — every step is managed by our team so families and facilities do not have to navigate the process themselves.
Contact us by phone. We discuss the case, confirm what samples may be available, and determine whether testing is viable — before any commitment is made. This conversation is completely confidential.
We confirm that authorization has been provided by the legal next of kin or an authorized estate representative. An attorney managing the estate may also initiate the process with appropriate documentation.
We contact the funeral home, coroner's office, or receiving facility directly to arrange access and confirm timing. In cases where specimens are held by a coroner's office, a specimen release fee is payable directly to the coroner — fees vary by county and state. We guide you through that process. The family or attorney does not need to manage any of this coordination.
Collection is coordinated directly with the funeral facility or coroner's office. All samples are collected or retrieved by qualified facility staff following strict chain-of-custody procedures. All documentation is completed at the time of collection.
Samples are transported securely to our AABB-accredited laboratory partner. Postmortem cases receive specialized handling appropriate to the sample type. Standard turnaround is 10–15 business days from sample receipt.
Results are delivered to the requesting party — family member, attorney, or estate representative — within the stated turnaround window. Results are never released by phone.
All postmortem DNA testing follows strict chain-of-custody protocols and is processed through our AABB-accredited laboratory partner.
Every postmortem case follows documented chain-of-custody protocols from the moment of collection through laboratory receipt. We manage all documentation throughout the process. This record is included with all legal results.
All samples are processed through our AABB-accredited laboratory partner — the recognized standard for legally admissible DNA analysis in the United States.
Results are accepted in estate, probate, family law, and federal proceedings in California, Nevada, and federally. Documentation is prepared to meet evidentiary standards.
For time-sensitive estate matters, expedited laboratory processing is available for an additional $300–$500. Contact us to confirm availability for your specific case.
When a family or attorney requests DNA testing through your facility, we take over the entire coordination process from that point. You facilitate access to specimens on behalf of the family. We manage all documentation, chain-of-custody procedures, laboratory coordination, and results delivery — without disrupting your operations or burdening your staff.
We work with funeral homes and coroner offices throughout Greater Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Contact us to establish an ongoing coordination relationship with your facility.
Funeral Home Partnership →Postmortem cases require prompt attention. If you are a family member, attorney, or funeral professional managing an active situation — contact us directly. We walk you through the process and confirm whether testing is viable before any commitment is required.