KINORA DNA Resource
Sample Types by DNA Test
Find out what type of sample is required for your DNA test.
The sample required depends on the DNA test you have ordered. Some tests use cheek swabs, while others require blood, hair, specialized swabs, or other sample types. Always follow the instructions provided with your specific test kit.
Your specific kit instructions take precedence. If the instructions included with your kit differ from this general guide, follow the instructions supplied with your kit.
Common Sample Types
Cheek / Buccal Swab
Commonly used for many DNA tests.
Blood Sample
Required for specific tests.
Hair / Fur
Required for certain human and animal tests.
Specialized Swab / Collection Kit
Used for specific tests.
Other Sample Types
Some tests require non-standard or specialized samples.
Filter by sample type
Paternity & Relationship
Samples listed per personAunt & Uncle DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
DNA Maternity Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Forensic DNA Test
Sample Required
- Non-Standard Sample
Genetic Reconstruction Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Grandparentage DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Home Paternity Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Infidelity Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
- Non-Standard Sample
Immigration DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Legal Paternity Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Mitochondrial DNA Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Semen Detection Test
Sample Required
- Non-Standard Sample
Siblings DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Twins DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Y Chromosome Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing
Baby Gender Test
Sample Required
- 1 × Strek Tub
Prenatal Paternity Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Blood Tube & 6 × Flocked Swabs
Ancestry Tests
GPS Origins™ Ancestry Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Maternal Lineage Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Paternal Lineage Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Dual Paternal & Maternal
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Health & Clinical
Samples listed per personAlcohol Metabolism DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Alopecia DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Aptitude to Sport Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Biological Age DNA Test
Sample Required
- Lab Barcoded Kit – Requires Kit Activation
Caffeine Metabolism DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Carbohydrate Metabolism DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Celiac Disease Genetic Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Comprehensive Wellness & Traits Test
Sample Required
- Supplied with your kit – see kit instructions
Diet and Healthy Weight Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Methylation Comprehensive Test
Sample Required
- Lab Barcoded Kit – Requires Kit Activation
Fertility DNA Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Food & Respiratory Allergies DNA Test
Sample Required
- Blood Sample using a lancet
Food and Pet Sensitivity Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Folate Metabolism Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Genetic Predisposition Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
- Requires Kit Activation
Gut Microbiome Test
Sample Required
- Lab Barcoded Kit – Requires Kit Activation
Intolerance Sensitivity Test
Sample Required
- 5–10 strands of Hair
Lactose Intolerance DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Lipids Metabolism DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Longevity DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
MacroMatch DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Nickel Sensitivity DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Nicotine Dependence DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Oral Microbiota Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Post-Vasectomy Sperm Detection Test
Sample Required
- Rapid Test Cassette
Predisposition to Obesity DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Salt Sensitivity DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
SkinCareDNA Test (Basic & Evolution)
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Sleep Pattern DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Vaginal Microbiome DNA Test
Sample Required
- Copan eNAT swab kit
Vegan Intolerance Sensitivity Test
Sample Required
- 5–10 strands of Hair
Vitamin D DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Zinc & Iron Metabolism DNA Test
Sample Required
- 2 × Puritan Buccal Swabs
Animal Testing
Samples listed per animalAnimal tests are listed separately from human DNA tests.
Avian DNA Sexing Test
Sample Required
- Feather or Blood Sample
Cat Intolerance Test
Sample Required
- Fur Sample
Feline PKD Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swab
CatCheck (Feline) Genetic Disease Test
Sample Required
- Cervical Brush Swab
KnowYourCat Genetic and Breed Test
Sample Required
- Supplied with your kit – see kit instructions
Dog Allergy Test
Sample Required
- Small drop of Blood from ear flap
Dog Intolerance Test
Sample Required
- Fur Sample
Dog Inherited Disease and Traits Panel
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swab
Dog Inherited Disease Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swab
Dog Parentage Test
Sample Required
- 4 × Puritan Buccal Swab
DogCheck 4.0 Genetic Disease Test
Sample Required
- GenoTube Livestock Swabs
Equine DNA Profiling (Genotyping)
Sample Required
- Hair from mane or tail with root
Horse Intolerance Test
Sample Required
- Hair from mane or tail
Horse Parentage Test
Sample Required
- Hair from mane or tail with roots
Need to know how to collect your sample?
Our DNA Sample Collection Guide explains how to prepare, collect, package and return your sample.
View DNA Sample Collection GuideImportant
The sample requirements shown here are general product information. Your specific test kit may include test-specific collection materials and instructions. Always check the instructions included with your kit before collecting or sending your sample.