Talk shows and celebrity “mishaps” make discussions about DNA and Paternity a lot more fun for most of us.  Unfortunately it doesn’t look like much fun for them.  According to the March 1, 2010 Tyra Banks Show the reality is that one in ten people don’t know who their biological father is!  Finding out whether a specific person is related to you can be traumatic and drastically change your circumstances.  The most obvious impact for most of us would likely be custody or financial support.  Another reason to get this information could be immigration status.  Proof that a child is the offspring of a US citizen is critical to how and where they will be raised and what kind of life they will have.  The actual test for DNA/Paternity is very simple to administer and can be used in court with the appropriate Chain of Custody paperwork.  Ultimately, knowing about and connecting with your biological parent can bring security and additional possiblitites into your life.  It’s not guaranteed, but it’s worth finding out.

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