Costs & Timelines for
Genetic & DNA Testing
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Genetic Testing for Health Risks, Talents & Physical Constitution
This genetic test analyzes your genetic predisposition for health risks like cancer and lifestyle diseases, as well as talents and physical traits.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Speed Option) | Free Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNA Score (1 person) | 7–9 days (3–5 days) |  | |
| DNA Score (2 people) | 7–9 days (3–5 days) |  | |
| DNA Score (Father & Child) | 7–9 days (3–5 days) |  | |
| DNA Score (Mother & Child) | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | | |
| DNA Score (Father, Mother & Child) | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | |
Genetic Testing to Discover Family Bonds
This genetic test quantitatively shows what health risks, talents, and physical traits a child has inherited from their parents.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Speed Option) | Free Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Bonds (Father & Child) Standard Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) |  | |
| Family Bonds (Mother & Child) Standard Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | | |
| Family Bonds (Father, Mother & Child) Standard Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | | |
| Family Bonds (Father & Child) Premium Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | | |
| Family Bonds (Mother & Child) Premium Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | | |
| Family Bonds (Father, Mother & Child) Premium Plan | 7–9 days (3–5 days) | |
Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)
A genetic test that can detect the risk of 8 genetic conditions, including Down syndrome, in the unborn child using maternal blood.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | Free Options | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Option | Standard Option | |||
| Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) | 3–5 days | 7–9 days |  | |
Postnatal NIPT (Newborn Screening)
A genetic screening for newborns that detects risks of sex chromosome abnormalities such as Turner syndrome and Klinefelter syndrome.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Option | Standard Option | ||
| Postnatal NIPT (Newborn Screening) | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | |
Genetic Disease Risk Screening
A genetic test that evaluates the risk of various genetic conditions, along with genetic predisposition for health risks, talents, and physical constitution.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Option | Standard Option | ||
| Genetic Disease Risk Screening | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | |
Advanced Prenatal Diagnosis
A genetic test that evaluates risks for chromosome abnormalities and microdeletions causing congenital disorders or disabilities in the unborn child.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | Free Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Prenatal Diagnosis | 6–8 days | |
Paternity DNA Testing after IVF
A genetic test to verify and rule out errors like mismatching of external sperm or eggs in assisted reproductive technologies (ART) such as artificial insemination or IVF.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | Free Options | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Option | Standard Option | |||
| Paternity DNA Testing after IVF Basic Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days |  | |
| Paternity DNA Testing after IVF Premium Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | | |
Non-Invasive Prenatal Paternity Testing
Confirm the father of the unborn child through genetic testing. You can also determine the fetal gender and genetic predisposition for talents and physical traits.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | Free Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Option | Standard Option | ||||
| Prenatal Paternity Testing Basic Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | | ||
| Prenatal Paternity Testing Premium Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | | ||
| Prenatal Paternity Testing (Legal Testing) | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | | ||
| Post-Abortive Paternity DNA Testing (Private) | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 10 days | - | |
| Post-Abortive Paternity DNA Testing (Legal) | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 10 days | - | |
| Fetal Gender Testing Basic Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | - | ||
| Fetal Gender Testing Premium Plan | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | - | ||
Private Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Free Option:
Private Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Free Option:
Private Testing:
※
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
10 days
Standard Testing:
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Legal Testing:
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※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
10 days
Standard Testing:
-
Private Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Standard Testing:
-
Private Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Standard Testing:
-
Paternity DNA Testing
Who is the father? Confirm the biological relationship with a DNA paternity test.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Testing | Legal Testing | Speed Option | Standard Option | |
| Special Paternity DNA Test (Father & Child) | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | ||
| High-Accuracy Paternity DNA Test (Father & Child) | 2–3 days | 6 days | ||
| Special Paternity DNA Test (Mother & Child) | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | ||
| High-Accuracy Paternity DNA Test (Mother & Child) | 2–3 days | 6 days | ||
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
2–3 days
Standard Testing:
6 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
2–3 days
Standard Testing:
6 days
Relationship DNA Testing
A relationship DNA test to determine biological connections between relatives, such as siblings, grandparents and grandchildren, paternal/maternal lineages, uncles/aunts, and twins.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Testing | Legal Testing | Speed Option | Standard Option | ||
| Full Sibling DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Half Sibling DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Grandfather & Grandchild DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Grandmother & Grandchild DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Uncle & Nephew/Niece DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Aunt & Nephew/Niece DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Paternal Lineage DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Maternal Lineage DNA Testing | - | 8–12 days | |||
| Twin Zygosity DNA Testing | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 6 days | ||
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
-
Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
Speed Testing:
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Standard Testing:
8–12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
※
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
6 days
Infidelity Testing (Forensic DNA Testing)
A DNA test that analyzes evidence of a partner's infidelity. The presence of infidelity can be verified using the latest semen and bloodstain testing methods identical to those used by forensic police laboratories.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Testing | Legal Testing | Speed Option | Standard Option | ||
| Infidelity Testing | – | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 12 days | |
| Special Infidelity Testing | – | 8 days | 16 days | ||
| DNA Profile | – | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 6 days | |
| Special DNA Profile | – | 3–5 days | 7–9 days | ||
| Bloodstain Testing | – | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 5 days | |
| Semen Testing | – | ※ | ※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable. | 5 days | |
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
–
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※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
12 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
–
Speed Testing:
8 days
Standard Testing:
16 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
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※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
6 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
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Speed Testing:
3–5 days
Standard Testing:
7–9 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
–
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※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
5 days
Private Testing:
Legal Testing:
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※ Due to a high volume of requests, the speed option is temporarily unavailable.
Standard Testing:
5 days
Animal DNA Testing
Verify dog pedigree using the same genetic testing technology as for humans.
| Testing Item | Cost (Tax Incl.) | Timeline (Business Days) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Testing | Legal Testing | Speed Option | Standard Option | |
| Animal Identification (Dog) | – | – | 14 days | |
Optional Fees (Tax Included)
| Samples other than Buccal Swab | Per item: +33,000 yen Teeth only: +50,000 yen. Please contact us regarding other sample types. |
|---|---|
| Additional Result Notification Methods | Hard Copy Report: +5,500 yen Standard test results are delivered via email. |
Per item: +33,000 yen
Teeth only: +50,000 yen. Please contact us regarding other sample types.
Using samples other than buccal swabs may add business days to the testing timeline depending on the sample type.
Hard Copy Report: +5,500 yen
Standard test results are delivered via email.
Testing Timelines
• The time required for reporting results is calculated in business days. If samples arrive in the afternoon, +1 business day will be added.
• The start date of the testing period is the date the samples arrive, not the date of application.
• You can shorten the testing period by applying for Speed Testing. (Additional optional fee applies)
• If samples other than standard buccal swabs are used, additional testing time and costs will apply due to the manual pre-processing required for DNA extraction.
• The actual scheduled date for reporting results may be delayed depending on the condition of the samples or laboratory circumstances. We appreciate your understanding.
Legal DNA Testing (Evidence for Court & Mediation)
Sample collection for legal DNA testing is conducted free of charge at our laboratory and affiliated law firms.
On-site sample collection is also available at your preferred location, such as home or office (+33,000 yen per location, tax included).
On-site sample collection is also available at your preferred location, such as home or office (+33,000 yen per location, tax included).
Because our DNA testing is performed entirely within our own domestic laboratory, we prevent sample degradation, shorten testing timelines, minimize costs, and provide services that address our clients' concerns with empathy.
Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions regarding applications, pricing, timelines, or anything else.
Free Retesting / Refund Guarantee
• If test results cannot be obtained due to sample conditions, you can choose between a free retest using our specified swabs or a partial refund guarantee.
• For cancellations due to client convenience, a refund will be issued minus handling fees from the total amount requested.
• For cancellations due to client convenience, a refund will be issued minus handling fees from the total amount requested.
If you wish to cancel your application, please contact us by email or phone within 1 year from the date of application.
For details, please check the "Free Retesting/Refund Guarantee" and "Cancellation Policy" instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q.How much does DNA testing cost?
A.
For seeDNA's paternity DNA testing, the high-accuracy plan is 24,800 yen (tax included) for private testing and 88,000 yen (tax included) for legal testing. Special paternity testing costs 79,800 yen for private and 134,870 yen for legal. Relationship DNA testing starts from 63,000 yen for private and 99,800 yen for legal. Prenatal paternity testing is 99,800 yen for the basic plan and 124,800 yen for the premium plan. All prices include tax and round-trip shipping for the testing kit.
Q.How long does it take to get DNA testing results?
A.
It varies by the type of test. High-accuracy paternity DNA testing takes as short as 2–3 business days with the speed option, and 6 business days for standard testing. Genetic testing (DNA Score and NIPT) takes 7–9 days standard, and 3–5 days with the speed option. Relationship DNA testing standardly takes 8–12 business days. The date the sample arrives at the lab is the start date, and +1 business day is added if it arrives in the afternoon.
Q.What is the difference between private testing and legal testing?
A.
Private testing is conducted by collecting samples at home for personal verification. Legal testing can be used as evidence in legal proceedings such as court and mediation, requiring sample collection at seeDNA or an affiliated law firm. Because legal testing involves identity verification witnessed by a third party, it is more expensive than private testing. For instance, high-accuracy paternity testing costs 24,800 yen for private, compared to 88,000 yen for legal.
Q.Can DNA testing be performed with samples other than buccal swabs? What is the cost?
A.
Yes, it is possible. When using samples other than buccal swabs, an additional optional fee of +33,000 yen (tax included) per sample is charged. Teeth samples cost +50,000 yen. We accept a wide range of samples including hair, nails, toothbrushes, and cigarette butts. Since non-swab samples require pre-processing for DNA extraction, additional testing time is also required.
Q.Is there any guarantee if test results cannot be obtained?
A.
Yes, seeDNA offers a choice between a free retest or a partial refund guarantee. If DNA cannot be detected due to sample conditions, you can select either a free retest using swabs specified by seeDNA or a partial refund. For cancellations, you must contact us by email or phone within 1 year from the application date, and a refund will be issued minus handling fees from the total amount requested.
References
- (1) seeDNA Laboratory of Genetic Medicine / Free Retest, Refund Guarantee and Cancellation Policy
- (2) Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry / March 2022 / Guidelines for Personal Information Protection in Business Fields Utilizing Personal Genetic Information
- (3) Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare / Report of the Expert Committee on Prenatal Testing such as NIPT
- (4) ISO (International Organization for Standardization) / ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems Standard