Drugstore Paternity Testing Vs. Online DNA Testing Kits

Yes. If you have already purchased a DNA test kit from a local pharmacy such as Walgreens®, Walmart®, CVS®, Target®, or Rite Aid®, you may still be able to use our DNA testing services.

In many cases, the pharmacy kit includes only the collection materials, and laboratory testing is handled separately. Our team can review your situation, explain your options, and let you know whether we can process your samples directly—often saving you time and reducing overall cost.

For assistance, please contact our knowledgeable case managers at (877) 786-9543. They are available to answer questions and help you choose the most efficient path forward.

In many cases, yes—pharmacy DNA tests do end up costing more.

When you purchase a pharmacy DNA test kit from brands such as Identigene®, HomeDNA®, or Reveal®, the price you pay at the store—often in the $15–$50 range—generally covers only the DNA collection kit, not the laboratory testing.

After purchase, you are typically required to pay an additional laboratory fee—often around $129–$139—directly to the testing lab to complete the DNA analysis. Once those fees are added, the total cost is usually higher than expected.

By comparison, our online DNA test pricing is clear and upfront, with laboratory analysis included from the start. This often makes our service a more straightforward and cost-effective option, without unexpected follow-up charges or confusion about what is included.

Generally, no. DNA test kits sold at local pharmacies are designed for at-home, informational paternity testing only. They are not intended for other family relationship tests and cannot be used for legal purposes.

At PaternityUSA.com, you can choose from a wider range of options. We offer informational and legally binding DNA tests for paternity, sibling, grandparent, aunt/uncle (avuncular), maternity, and other family relationship testing. This allows you to select the type of test that best fits your situation, with clear pricing and professional laboratory processing.

Yes. PaternityUSA.com offers a Make Your Own Kit option for clients who prefer to collect DNA samples themselves.

Many retail DNA kits sold in pharmacies primarily include basic collection materials, with laboratory testing purchased separately. With our Create Your Own Kit option, you may purchase the laboratory DNA analysis only, without paying extra for retail packaging or in-store kits.

This option can help reduce overall cost and allows you to choose from a wide range of testing services, including paternity, sibling, grandparent, aunt/uncle (avuncular), maternity, and other relationship tests. Our team can guide you through proper sample collection and ensure your samples are processed according to established laboratory standards.