Overview
What Is DNA Identification?
The DNA Identification service is targeted at individuals who want to have their DNA profile created for personal identification purposes. Your unique genetic profile is a powerful tool — it can be used to positively identify you in the event of an accident or disaster, resolve inheritance disputes, or establish kinship with family members.
You may opt to have CARIGEN store your DNA profile for 20 years in a highly secured database. Profile details are accessible only to the people you have authorized in writing.
The service is available in both personal and legal formats, and samples can be collected as blood or saliva — stored on specialized collection cards for long-term preservation.
Who Needs This
Advantages of DNA Identification
A DNA profile on record provides peace of mind and practical protection across a wide range of life situations.
Personal & Safety Purposes
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Families who want a positive means of identifying their loved ones should misfortune occur
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Individuals who want to be identified should an accident or disaster occur
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Frequent travellers who want a secure profile on file in case of emergency
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Workers in hazardous environments (construction, mining, offshore, chemical)
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Positive identification for kinship analysis in inheritance and estate claims
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Persons ensuring their estate goes to the rightful heirs
Medical Purposes
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Parents creating a genetic family history and building a family health tree for future generations
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Persons at risk of developing genetic diseases who want a baseline profile on record
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Workers exposed to environmental hazards who may need baseline genetic reference data
Sample Storage
How We Store Your Profile
CARIGEN offers multiple sample collection and storage options, each designed for long-term preservation and security.
Secure Digital Profile
Your DNA profile can be stored in our highly secured database for 20 years, accessible only to the people you authorize in writing.
20-Year Retention
Blood Storage Cards
Instead of a full profile, you can have a blood sample drawn, stained onto a storage card and kept for future use. It is only profiled if you or your family request it.
Blood Sample
Saliva Storage Cards
A saliva sample can be stored on a card in the same way — a non-invasive alternative to blood. It is only profiled if you or your family request it.
Non-Invasive
Collection Options
Personal vs. Legal Collection
Choose the format that fits your needs. Both options produce an accurate DNA profile with the same level of security.
Personal
Personal Collection
Self-collection kits are available for personal DNA identification. Samples are sent to our lab and your profile is stored securely. Not admissible in court, but fully valid for personal, medical, and estate purposes.
Legal
Legal / Court-Admissible Collection
If your profile may be used for legal purposes, the sample must be collected by a laboratory professional so that the chain of custody required for legal use is maintained. You receive a report showing your profile.