10 Reasons to Get a Paternity Test

BY Ryan QuintalTue Feb 24, 2009 at 10:47 AM

1. Confidentiality - If you are uncertain, you can get tested without anyone knowing.
2. Infidelity - Statistics say that anywhere between 40%-60% of married women have or will cheat on their husband.
3. Looks Can Be Deceiving - Just because junior has the same color eyes and hair as you, doesn't mean he shares the same genes.
4. It's Convenient - Some companies will come right to your home to do the test. Others will send a kit in the mail and you can collect the DNA sample yourself.
5. It's Accurate - If you are uncertain, a paternity test will take that uncertainty away. Results are proof positive.
6. Women Cheat - Most people think guys are the only ones who are unfaithful. The truth is, 40%-60% of women cheat.
7. Child Support is Expensive - Wage garnishment sucks. If you have to pay it at least make sure its going to the right place.
8. It's affordable - Competitition has driven the cost of a legal paternity test below $500.
9. The kid might not be yours - Another stat shows 10% of kids being raised by non-biological fathers. This includes step fathers and adoptions. But still, this number seems high.
10. You'll sleep better - Knowing the truth when you're uncertain is like taking 3 shots of Nyquil without the hangover.