BuyPaternityTest.com vs LabCorp Paternity
Price, speed, accuracy, and accreditation compared side-by-side.
Quick answer
LabCorp offers both an at-home and a legal (chain-of-custody) paternity test, and is a fine choice if your doctor orders it or your insurance covers it. For direct-to-consumer at-home testing, we're roughly half the price at 34 STR markers vs LabCorp's 15–20.
| Feature | BuyPaternityTest.com | LabCorp Paternity |
|---|---|---|
| Home test price | $99 all-in | $210+ (at-home, non-legal, publicly listed on labcorp.com as of 2026) |
| Legal test price | $249 | $300–$500+ (chain-of-custody, in-clinic collection) |
| Markers tested | 34 STR | 15–20 STR |
| Turnaround | 1–2 business days (lab) | 5–10 business days |
| Accreditation | AABB, CLIA, ISO 17025, CAP | AABB |
LabCorp Paternity strengths
- • National physical footprint
- • Offers both at-home and legal chain-of-custody paternity testing
- • Insurance may cover physician-ordered legal tests
Where LabCorp Paternity falls short
- • At-home price roughly 2x ours ($210 vs $99)
- • Legal price higher than our $249
- • Slower advertised turnaround
Bottom line
LabCorp offers both an at-home and a legal (chain-of-custody) paternity test, and is a fine choice if your doctor orders it or your insurance covers it. For direct-to-consumer at-home testing, we're roughly half the price at 34 STR markers vs LabCorp's 15–20.
LabCorp Paternity FAQ
Is LabCorp Paternity more accurate than BuyPaternityTest?
No. Both are AABB-accredited (where applicable), but our 34-marker test exceeds the marker count LabCorp Paternity uses. Higher marker count → higher CPI → less ambiguity.
Is LabCorp Paternity cheaper?
$210+ (at-home, non-legal, publicly listed on labcorp.com as of 2026) vs our $99 all-inclusive home test and $249 legal test — see the table above.
Why switch from LabCorp Paternity?
LabCorp offers both an at-home and a legal (chain-of-custody) paternity test, and is a fine choice if your doctor orders it or your insurance covers it. For direct-to-consumer at-home testing, we're roughly half the price at 34 STR markers vs LabCorp's 15–20.
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