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10 Reasons to Get a Paternity Test

BY Ryan Quintal | 02-24-2009 | 11:45 AM
This blog is written by a member of our blogging community and expresses that member's views alone.

  1. Confidentiality - If you are uncertain, you can get tested without anyone knowing.
  2. <a href="http://www.bostonpaternity.com/infidelity-dna-testing/">Infidelity</a> - Statistics say that anywhere between 40%-60% of married women have or will cheat on their husband.
  3. Looks Can Be Deceiving - Just because junior has the same color eyes and hair as you, doesn't mean he shares the same genes.
  4. It's Convenient - Some companies will come right to your home to do the test. Others will send a kit in the mail and you can collect the DNA sample yourself.
  5. It's Accurate - If you are uncertain, a paternity test will take that uncertainty away. Results are proof positive.
  6. Women Cheat - Most people think guys are the only ones who are unfaithful. The truth is, 40%-60% of women cheat.
  7. Child Support is Expensive - Wage garnishment sucks. If you have to pay it at least make sure its going to the right place.
  8. It's affordable - Competitition has driven the cost of a legal paternity test below $500.
  9. The kid might not be yours - Another stat shows 10% of kids being raised by non-biological fathers. This includes step fathers and adoptions. But still, this number seems high.
  10. You'll sleep better - Knowing the truth when you're uncertain is like taking 3 shots of Nyquil without the hangover.

For more information about DNA testing services visit <a href="http://www.bostonpaternity.com">Boston Paternity</a>.