ATENA Genomics provides family relationship testing using Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) to determine biological relationships such as paternity, maternity, grandparent–grandchild, and full- or half-sibling status.

Our test uses high-resolution genetic markers to deliver accurate, modern DNA relationship analysis that goes beyond standard STR-based methods.

Why Choose NGS for DNA Relationship Testing?

Traditional paternity tests look at only a small set of DNA markers. NGS testing looks at hundreds to thousands of markers, which makes the result much clearer, more accurate, and more reliable

NGS technology offers significant advantages over traditional STR DNA tests:

• •Higher accuracy and stronger statistical power
• •Improved detection of complex relationships
• •Reliable results when limited family members are available or importantly when previous STR tests were inconclusive
• •Modern, high-throughput technology using a simple buccal swab

NGS provides a clearer and more robust assessment of whether individuals are biologically related.