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Michael Jordan Wants Paternity Suit Dismissed

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March 11, 2013

MichaelJordan 240x300 Michael Jordan Wants Paternity Suit DismissedNBA champion Michael Jordan pleaded with a Georgia court this week to dismiss a paternity case against him. Jordan feels that the lawsuit claiming he fathered a 16-year-old boy represents an abuse of the court system. Pamela Y. Smith initiated the paternity suit against the 50-year-old basketball celebrity in the Fulton County Superior Court. According to a divorce case between Smith and her former husband, documentation suggests otherwise.

Smith reportedly met Jordan in the late 1980s in Chicago. She claims that an intimate relationship between the two produced the birth of the baby boy in 1995. Also named Michael, the teen and the retired player reportedly met several times during the course of the boy’s lifetime. Smith claims that Jordan privately on a number of occasions provided her family with gifts and money.

Usually court cases which involve minors remain private, but has become seemingly impossible with the uproar of media attention. The boy posted a YouTube video last Christmas claiming that Jordan was indeed his biological father. The woman maintains that she does not require the celebrity’s money for support, but that her son insisted on the lawsuit in attempts at making Jordan acknowledge the truth of their relationship.

The suit requests that the court order Jordan to submit to a paternity test. If proved the father, the documents further request that the athlete pay child support and contribute to medical costs. The boy also desires to change his name legally from Reynolds to Jordan. He also requests the possibility of obtaining a new and accurate birth certificate.

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Pamela Smith claims that Jordan began fathering the boy several years ago in the same courtroom. In 2003, Smith divorced her former husband Glenville G. Reynolds. Documents created at that time state that she and Reynolds produced the child. Paperwork included the teen’s name and birth date. Smith signed the documents and a statement verifying the truth of the information contained within. At that time, Jordan filed a countersuit against Smith for the accusations.

An official hearing before a judge begins on March 12. If the judge requires that Jordan undergo DNA testing, the action may nullify Reynolds’ rights as the legal parent. Time will tell whether the court dismisses or reopens the case and holds Jordan accountable.

After retiring from basketball almost a decade ago, Michael Jordan retains recognition as one of the most popular athletic celebrities on the planet. During his career, Jordan received numerous awards that included winning the rank of NBA all-star 14 times and being named Most Valuable Player six times. While playing with the Chicago Bulls, Jordan participated in six championships with the team. In March of 2010, Michael Jordan purchased the Charlotte Bobcats professional basketball team.

Hundreds of thousands of men forcefully or willingly undergo DNA testing every year to determine paternity. Reports suggest that of all the tests are completed, approximately one third of the tests identify the man as the legal father of the child. Modern tests offer a more affordable and discreet option for evaluating genetic information. In most cases, individuals can submit oral swab samples by ordering an at home DNA test kit.

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Man Found Innocent After DNA Test

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February 20, 2013

Violent crimes are among the most horrific events on Earth, but sometimes it gets even worse. The crime itself happens and then another person becomes victim to it. A person’s life can be destroyed or even taken from him or her if authorities accuse and charge the wrong person with the crime. To further compound the tragedy, the families of both the original victim and the person jailed under false accusations may not know that the real criminal is still at large. DNA testing can ultimately prove who is responsible for a given crime investigation.

RandolphA 300x218 Man Found Innocent After DNA Test Randolph Arledge was a victim of a false accusation, charge and conviction. In 1981, Carolyn Armstrong was found dead in Texas from dozens of stab wounds. Randolph was not even 30 years old at the time. Three years later, Randolph was sentenced to 99 years in prison for killing Armstrong. The problem is that he did not do it and there was evidence to prove that fact. He went on to spend 28 years of his 99-year sentence in jail for a crime he did not commit. In February 2013, Arledge was set free. Close to half of his life has been stolen from him, but he got the rest back thanks to modern DNA testing.

When Carolyn Armstrong was found, police also found her car down the road. Her vehicle contained DNA evidence but was useless at the time. Arledge is very lucky that police decided to keep the evidence, since they can usually be discarded in most cases. DNA testing was done more than a decade later and determined that another man was the killer. After a hearing, is when a local judge let Arledge go on bond until the conviction is officially overturned.

When Arledge went to jail, his two children were both under five years old. Currently, they are both adults who grew up without a father. The family is now reunited and Armstrong’s family has the satisfaction of knowing that police definitely have the right man this time. Sadly, that does not get back any of the time Randolph Arledge and his children lost.

It is uncertain just how many people have been incarcerated under wrongful convictions. DNA testing is too late to save hundreds or even thousands of them, but it is not too late to make sure that it happens much less often and never in cases where there is DNA evidence. With reliable companies making it easy for even civilians to get accurate DNA testing, there is no reason police and courts cannot offer the same.

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Prince Harry’s DNA Test to Detect “Ginger Gene”

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February 19, 2013

PrinceHarry 238x300 Prince Harry’s DNA Test to Detect “Ginger Gene” Prince Harry’s antics in Las Vegas last fall understandably enraged members of the royal family. Sowing a few wild oats may not have invoked such ire if Harry had taken care to ensure the event remained private. However, nude photos of the young prince and a bevy of hookers emerged to the delight of media personnel. The indiscretion soon reached the confines of England’s royal palace. Influenced by her board of advisors, the Queen herself supposedly demanded that Harry undergo DNA testing to determine if he was in fact the product of royal blood.

Lady Diana supposedly had an affair with a military officer by the name of James Hewitt. Many questioned whether the alliance produced the young prince. Like Harry, the gentleman dons red hair and fair skin covered in an array of freckles. According to reports, Prince Charles adamantly prohibited any DNA testing that questioned Harry’s heritage.

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In honor of the fun-loving royal, Britain’s DNA now offers couples the opportunity of determining the likelihood of producing a red-haired child. Couples interested in the possibility of passing the red hair trait along to offspring need merely submit a saliva sample for DNA testing. Technicians are able to identify the “ginger gene” by analyzing DNA samples. Dr. Jim Wilson, one of the company’s employees explains that having a child with red hair requires carrying one of three variations of the MC1R gene.

If both parents carry the gene variation, they have a 25 percent possibility of having children with red hair regardless of the hair color of the parents. Passed on from one generation to the next, statistics estimate that four out of every 10 people carry the variation. The company plans to offer the “Who Do You Think You Are?” test during a live exhibition at the London Olympia in February.

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Questions Answered by DNA Testing

While DNA testing has long been used for determining paternity, evaluating genetic markers provides a variety of information ranging from ancestry to disease predisposition. Analyzing samples supplied by individuals, technicians successfully separate genetic information donated by each parent. Using worldwide databases, laboratory technicians have the ability of determining the point of origin of genetic material spanning back many generations.

Modern DNA testing identifies when individual’s carry genetic markers associated with over two dozen known medical conditions. Genetic information reveals if individuals carry markers associated with aging processes that might include Alzheimer’s or macular degeneration. Testing also indicates when someone has a likelihood of developing seven different types of cancers. The test might additionally determine the possibility of experiencing cardiovascular disease or diabetes. Using this information, patients and physicians may formulate preventative treatments.

Predisposition testing requires that individuals submit the necessary sample in the office of a health care provider. Individuals may submit DNA samples for ancestry or paternity evaluation from the privacy of their home. After purchasing a test kit, clients merely follow the instructions for acquiring the necessary sample, which generally only entails swabbing the inside of the mouth. Once received by the testing laboratory, technicians perform the desired test and send the results back to the client.

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DNA Predisposition Testing Helps Save Lives Across the World

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January 23, 2013

DNA Predisposition testing can help determine your risk for several diseases that many people suffer from as they age. This particular DNA test has been proven effective by saving lives. Learning whether you are predisposed to certain diseases or medical conditions will allow a physician to treat you before there are any signs of potential illness.

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The Genetic Predisposition Health DNA test can determine if you are prone to develop any of 25 different diseases. Any risk that may be determined by this test is compared to the risk of the average population. This genetic test has a 99.9% accuracy level, which is shown as high, medium or low. Of course, additional environmental factors always play a key role in determining an individual’s health.

The diseases of the immune system that are covered by this test include: lupus, Grave’s disease, celiac disease, multiple sclerosis and psoriasis. There are several predictable cardiovascular diseases as well, which are: aneurysms, atrial fibrillation, heart disease, peripheral arterial disease and venous thromboembolism. The predictable cancers include: the bladder, breast, colorectal, gastric, lung, prostate and the skin. Ageing disease are macular degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Finally, general health disease include: obesity, migraine headaches, Type I and II diabetes.

In the UK, a 33 year old writer from “The Sun” decided to take the DNA genetic predisposition test by comparing two laboratories. Both laboratories used the same method of screening by having the client place a few drops of blood on a card, and then placing it in the mail. The similar results were not particularly surprising when compared with the medical history of the writer’s family members for the higher risk diseases. The writer was advised to see a general practitioner to ensure her health was in good standing. Being at a higher risk does not mean you will get the disease or medical condition, as environmental factors play a role in the state of your health.

The writer concluded “Decoding the messages hidden in our genes is thought to be vital to the future of healthcare in the UK.”

Many have become concerned about the results of these tests being made available to employers or insurance companies, which could lead to discrimination. Currently In England, there is a moratorium in place until 2017 that prevents insurance companies from insisting on any disclosure of DNA results.

It is important to understand the difference between genetic diseases and those considered environmental, which is why we recommend using a genetic counselor for the pre and post-test time frame. A trained genetic counselor has the expertise to interpret and explain the results of your DNA test. The results of the test enable one to make any necessary lifestyle changes that could possibly lower the risk of some diseases.

Having a positive result with a genetic predisposition for a disease does not mean that you will definitely develop the disease, but it can certainly cause stress. The test cannot predict the future, but should be used to make healthy lifestyle changes. It is wise to get appropriate medical testing when warranted. For instance, if you have a predisposition for colorectal cancer, a colonoscopy might be warranted at an earlier age. It is recommended that a doctor interpret the results and complete a physical assessment to give you the best medical advice to achieve optimal health.

Can this test help save you and your family? Order your DNA predisposition test today to find out which diseases and medical conditions you are predisposed to.

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Revolutionary Paternity Test Finds Father, Only 8 Weeks into Pregnancy

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September 6, 2012

One of the major problems that has plagued modern society is the fact that men don’t always know for a fact whether a child is biologically theirs or not. Thanks to the power of science we are now able to get accurate paternity results fast. Very fast. This revolution in paternity testing technology promises to leave an impact on the lives of both parents and children forever.

Noninvasive

In addition to the speed and accuracy of the test, one of the factors that really makes it stand out from the rest is the fact that it involves a simple, noninvasive procedure. For those who are squeamish about being poked and prodded with various sharp objects and medical equipment, you’ll be happy to hear that this new test only requires two blood samples: one from the mother, and one from the prospective father. In fact, doctors may not even need to be involved at all, adding new levels of convenience and privacy for all parties involved.

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Accuracy

Paternity tests from reputable DNA labs are carried out using the most advanced technology; this enables them to provide you with quick results and levels of accuracy as high as 99.9999%.

The Impact on Genetics Research

One of the most amazing things about this new paternity test is the potential it has to improve human genetic research. With a simple blood sample from the mother and a saliva sample from the father, this method also allows a fetus’ genome to be decoded. This could vastly expand testing for various genetic factors before a child is even born, giving us a greater insight into how to improve genetics research and practically apply it.

Cause and Effect


In addition to the impact this test could have on genetic research there are also other consequences it could have as well. For one thing, many potential fathers tend to avoid wanting anything to do with a child if they are unsure it belongs to them or not. This is due in large part to the fact that they don’t’ want to get attached to a child only to find out that it isn’t theirs. This test can help solve this issue as it is both extremely accurate and it can be done in as little as 8 weeks into the pregnancy. This could increase the number of fathers who support their children.
 Another effect that could arise from this new test is an increase and/or decrease in abortions. Some speculate that women who find out that their baby isn’t from the desired father will be more likely to abort their fetus. On the other hand, women who are raped but find out the fetus’ father isn’t the rapist may be more likely to keep the child.

Conclusion

Ultimately this new test is set to revolutionize the process of paternity testing and may even have a huge impact on human genome testing. The good news is that if you are in need of a fast, accurate, and affordable paternity testing Easy DNA Testing UK has got what you need. For more information on how they can give you the peace of mind you need for you and your child, visit Easy DNA.

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What DNA Testing Can Do For You?

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March 29, 2011

dna testing gone bad2 What DNA Testing Can Do For You?In 1945, nearing the end of World War II, Nazi leader, Adolf Hitler presumably committed suicide after ingesting a cyanide capsule and then shooting himself through the mouth. Later, witnesses reported that his body was cremated. Following his death, Hitler’s remains were uncovered by Soviets, just weeks after his alleged suicide. However, there has since 1945 existed much controversy on Hitler’s death. Did he really commit suicide and was that truly Adolf Hitler that the Soviet troops uncovered? History books could finally be confirmed and historians could finally die happy, if only scientists could confirm the true identity of the Hitler remains.

The frustrating part of this story is that there is in fact a way to confirm this part of history with DNA testing. So if DNA testing is available, why have the remains not been tested? The remains which are housed in Russia are not able to go under testing because of lack of money in the Russian government. If only another government could get their hands on the Hitler remains, testing could be conducted and finally close the final chapter of Adolf Hitler’s life.

DNA testing as illustrated above is powerful enough to change things such as history. It can confirm doubts and provide a truth that has long been sought after. On a smaller level, DNA testing has brought families together and confirmed family relationships. Nowadays, there exists a plethora of DNA tests that can reveal identities, help expose predisposed diseases, confirm ancestral origins and even assist in immigration issues concerning paternity and maternity determination. However, it is important that with many options for testing, it is important to find an accredited DNA testing lab that will provide secure and accurate results. It is a powerful tool and should not be taken lightly, if it has the power to change history, it certainly has power that can mishandled, so make sure if your thinking of taking a DNA test, for any reason, you need to first contact a reputable DNA testing company.

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Police Confide in Genetic Testing Lab to Help Solve a Case

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March 14, 2011
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Humain remains found at a park in New Mexico

In Las Cruces Mexico, police were informed that a human placenta was discovered in a local park in January. The first thing that came to mind for police was that there had to have been a baby involved if a placenta was found. But where could the baby be, and was it in danger?

Police decided that the help of a genetic testing facility would be the best way to find out more information about the unidentified human remains. After the placenta was brought to a testing facility more pertinent information was discovered.

After running tests on the human remains, the results lead to the discovery of the gender and race of the baby. The results of the test can narrow down the search for both the baby and the mother. With this new information brings greater leads and advancement for this case. If the child and/or mother are in any potential danger or if the mother is exposing the baby to any harm the police are now one step closer to finding out where this baby is all thanks to genetic testing.

Genetic Testing Laborites GTL offers these services whether it is a police case or if you just want to find out who your father is, or even a long lost sibling. GTL offers a wide range of genetic tests that have been reuniting families all across the country. GTL promises fast and safe delivery of the tests orders, as well as accurate results!

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Don Francisco Ordered by Chilean Court to Submit to DNA Paternity Test

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February 7, 2011

don francisco faces paternity suit from 43 year old son oPt Don Francisco Ordered by Chilean Court to Submit to DNA Paternity TestTV personalty Mario Kreutzberger, also known as Don Francisco, is facing a paternity lawsuit brought on by Patricio Flores Mundaca. Francisco was ordered to undergo DNA tests, to determine whether or not he is the biological father of 43 year old Mundaca. Don Francisco is a Chilean television personality, and a popular television personality on the Univision network reaching Spanish-speaking viewers in the United States.

Judge Gloria Negroni presided the court where the plaintiff and his lawyers were present but Francisco was nowhere in sight. Francisco’s lawyer Verónica Waissbluth was sent on his behalf and will be representing him in any future court hearings.

Judge Negroni ruled that Francisco is required to take a paternity test, but both parties left the room without any other declarations. A representative from SML (a Chilean DNA testing company) will be performing the paternity test. This company representative, Sara Gatica, states that it could take about two months to complete the process.

This sounds like a case for GTL!

GTL – The Genetic Testing Laboratories can do the same paternity test and receive the same results in 3-5 days! Why would Francisco choose a company that would take more time? Is he stalling? Why not choose GTL and get the results in less than half the time? It could save him a lot of trouble. Prolonging the inevitable will do nothing but build more anguish between the two parties. Francisco needs to get his GTL on and face the truth whether it is what he wants to hear or not.

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Shocking Paternity Test of the Month: Eddie Murphy has 8 Children!

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December 24, 2010

Eddie Murphy, a well known actor, and celebrity known in movies for his comedy and entertaining character. He is also know as a film producer, singer, and film directorEddie Murphy and Melanie Brown Spice Girl 300x214 Shocking Paternity Test of the Month: Eddie Murphy has 8 Children! that has been recognized for his talents throughout the years. Eddie Murphy, himself has had eight children, one of which he did not want to say was his. From these eight children, he had five with ex-wife Nicole Mitchell Murphy, and the other three with other women. Paternity testing is very affordable so reasons as to why Eddie Murphy originally didn’t want to take the test are not mentioned often.

In 2007, there was a case in which Melanie Brown, Scary Spice from the Spice Girls claimed that her daughter Iris was Eddie Murphy’s. Like many other cases brought upon celebrities, celebrities would never consent to a child being there’s without a paternity DNA test to confirm. Melanie Brown and Eddie Murphy did date but it was very brief so nothing was thought of it. In this case, they were both popular celebrities so it wasn’t some random individual trying to claim her baby’s dad was a highly successful celebrity to receive child support.Eddie Murphys Children 258x300 Shocking Paternity Test of the Month: Eddie Murphy has 8 Children!

In June of 2007, Eddie Murphy submitted to a DNA test that confirmed that he was the father of Ms. Brown’s baby called Angel Iris who had been born in April. Murphy being a fine person, paid for the pregnancy expenses and child support to help Ms. Brown. At first Eddie Murphy did doubt that it was his daughter and had refused for a while on not taking the Paternity test. Ironically, Iris was born on Murphy’s birthday which may have further intrigued him to have a DNA test in order to find out the truth. Yet, it was not until Ms. Brown filed suit against Murphy that he actually made the initiative.

In reality all that matters is that he actually made the move unlike many others have done. A paternity DNA test offers a 99.99% accuracy rate that helps pregnant women determine who the true father of their baby is. Just make sure that you use an accredited laboratory that has a long standing positive reputation.

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Genetics is not so Black and White – is it?

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December 18, 2010

Giving birth is an exciting time for parents. It’s always interesting to guess what the baby will look like and which parent’s genes will dominate in the baby’s genetic make-up.  Some dominant genes, like brown eyes, increase the odds that a couple will reproduce a baby with darker eyes; however one couple residing in London, England experienced a surprise that far surpasses finding out your baby’s eye color is not what you expected.

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How is this possible?

Ben and Angela Ihegboro, a Nigerian couple living in London, gave birth to a baby girl this year.  Little Nmachi is a beautiful baby, but this infant, unlike her sibling stands out (ironically) as the black sheep of her family. Nmachi was born to her black family with blonde hair, blue eyes and very light skin.  Doctors are weighing out three possibilities for Nmachi’s shocking genetic makeup.

  • Dormant, dominant Caucasian genes from a long ago interracial offspring
  • A genetic mutation
  • Albinism, which is common in parts of Africa

Although any of the above three are possible, doctors seem to be focusing on Albinism predominantly as its statistics show that it is actually common in Nmachi’s parents native continent.  If Nmachi has Albinism, she will have potential vision problems and will experience extreme sensitivity towards the sun; two very common effects of the rare disease. Luckily, Nmachi and her family reside in London, so opposed to the abundance of sun she would have experienced in Africa, she should be a bit safer as London doesn’t see many sunny days.

If Albinism is weighed out or if Nmachi’s parents want to search for the link in their family’s DNA, there is always DNA testing. Comprehensive DNA testing can help the Ihegboro’s figure out where the link in their family tree perhaps reveals a similar case. Digging deep into family history may not be easy, but it sure is useful in helping to discover your origins and perhaps in helping reveal family information that can help answer troubling or perplexed questions like the one surrounding Nmachi’s incredible story.

Have you heard about Nmachi’s story or one similar to her case? Share your comments with us!

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