RICHMOND, BC
Richmond DNA Testing & Collection Centre
Professional DNA testing and sample collection in Richmond, with private consultation rooms, identity verification and secure sample handling for personal, legal and immigration testing.
- Price
- Starting from US$299
- Turnaround
- Typically 5–10 business days after the laboratory partner receives all samples
- Where
- Richmond, BC centre · coordinated collection in Canada and internationally
- Richmond, BC collection centre
- Professional sample collection
- Qualified accredited laboratory partner
- Secure, confidential case management
Private Collection Rooms
Discreet, appointment-based DNA sample collection in a professional setting.
Identity Verification
Professional identity verification for testing that requires documented participant identification.
Secure Sample Handling
Samples are securely packaged, documented and prepared for laboratory testing.
At a glance
Price, collection and next step
The practical answers first, before the detail further down this page.
Starting from
US$299
Starting price for a personal paternity test. Legal, immigration and relationship tests are priced on their service pages and confirmed in writing.
Your exact total, including applicable fees and taxes, is shown before payment.
Sample & collection
In person at 425 – 6388 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, by appointment. Mon–Fri 9:00–17:00 PT · Saturday by appointment.
Who takes part
Everyone can attend together, or relatives elsewhere can be collected separately.
Indicative timeline
Typically 5–10 business days after the laboratory partner receives all samples. Estimates, not guarantees.
Clear & Transparent Pricing
Pricing varies by test type and individual case requirements. Your final price will be confirmed before you proceed.
Personal testing
Personal testing can also use a home kit where appropriate.
Legal / official testing
Legal and immigration collection with ID verification and chain of custody is done at the centre.
What the starting price includes
- Private collection room and ID verification
- Paperwork and chain-of-custody documentation where required
- Accredited laboratory partner analysis and report
Additional fees
Prices shown are for DNA testing services unless otherwise specifically stated.
Shipping, courier, professional sample collection, blood collection, healthcare provider services and other third-party costs may be additional depending on the test and case requirements.
Any applicable additional charges will be disclosed before the order is finalized.
Professional sample collection fees may apply where required or requested, and are not included in the displayed testing price unless specifically stated.
Shipping charges are based on the selected delivery and return options and are charged according to the applicable shipping cost.
Prices are fixed for your selected country: Canadian orders in CA$, U.S. and international orders in US$. Your bank or card issuer may apply its own foreign currency fees.
How your quote is built
- DNA testing fee
- Starting from US$299
- Professional sample collection
- Additional if applicable
- Kit delivery
- Based on selected shipping option / actual applicable cost
- Prepaid return shipping
- Optional / actual applicable cost
- Additional participants
- If applicable
- Non-standard sample processing
- If applicable
- Express processing
- If applicable
- Other third-party fees
- If applicable
- Tax
- If applicable
- Total
- Confirmed in writing before your order is finalized
Analysis is performed by our accredited laboratory partners — see how the laboratory partner model works. Prices shown are starting prices for the standard case described, confirmed in writing before collection.
Who it is for
Is this the right service for your situation?
- Richmond residents needing a paternity or relationship DNA test
- Families from Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey who prefer in-person collection
- Legal DNA testing for family law or estate matters
- Immigration DNA testing for family sponsorship
- Families who prefer service in English or Chinese
What to expect
How the process works
- Step 01
Contact us
Tell us the test, the participants and the purpose. We confirm requirements and price.
- Step 02
Book an appointment
Choose a time at the Richmond centre for everyone attending.
- Step 03
Visit the centre
Bring photo ID. Cheek swabs take a few minutes per person.
- Step 04
Laboratory analysis
Sealed samples are sent to an accredited laboratory partner.
- Step 05
Receive your report
Your report is released securely and a coordinator can explain it.
Samples
Sample types that may be considered
Cheek swabs are the standard collection method. Other sample types may be considered case by case; DNA recovery from non-standard samples can never be guaranteed.
Cheek swab
Painless buccal swab for adults, children and infants.
Home kit option
For personal testing only, a kit can be sent to a Richmond address.
Special samples
Non-standard items may be considered for personal testing after case review.
Full detail on accepted material is in the DNA samples guide, or check a specific item with the sample assessment tool.
Limitations
What this service does not do
- No result is described as 100% certain; acceptance of a report is decided by the receiving court or authority
- DNA analysis and reporting are performed through qualified, accredited laboratory partners as part of the KINORA GENETICS testing process
KINORA GENETICS manages your DNA testing process from sample collection through laboratory analysis and secure report delivery. DNA analysis is performed through qualified laboratory partners as part of the testing process.
Laboratory & AccreditationRichmond · Vancouver · Canada
Where collection takes place
The Richmond centre serves clients from Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey and across Greater Vancouver, with collection by appointment and coordinated collection for relatives in other cities or countries.
Kinora Genetics425 – 6388 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC, Canadahello@kinoradna.com
Richmond is our Head Office and DNA Testing & Collection Centre. Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey and other Greater Vancouver locations, along with the rest of Canada and international destinations, are served through collection coordination — see locations and service areas.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
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