DNA testing collection site in Barstow, California

DNA Testing in Barstow, California - 574 E Virginia Way

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TestMark DNA - Barstow

574 E Virginia Way

Barstow, CA 92311

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Hours of Operation

Monday	7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday	7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday	7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday	7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday	7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

TestMark DNA schedules chain-of-custody DNA collections in Barstow at 574 E Virginia Way, Barstow, CA 92311, inside the Barstow Road Center shopping plaza off Barstow Road near I-15 Exit 183. Barstow Community Hospital is less than half a mile away, and TestMark DNA orders the test and books your visit before you go.

Barstow Road Center, the shopping plaza on East Virginia Way just off South Barstow Road, is where this collection site sits, in a row of storefronts visible from Interstate 15. Barstow Road meets the freeway at Exit 183 and continues south from there as State Route 247, so the plaza is an easy stop for anyone already on I-15. Barstow Community Hospital, at 820 East Mountain View Street, is less than half a mile away, and Barstow Community College sits a little over a mile south at 2700 Barstow Road. Collections here are chain-of-custody only: TestMark DNA orders the test, issues the paperwork, and books your visit, so plan to call before you drive over rather than showing up at the plaza unannounced.

Barstow sits where Interstate 15, Interstate 40 and State Route 58 converge, roughly 120 miles from both Los Angeles and Las Vegas, so this site draws people from well past the city limits. Drivers coming up from Lucerne Valley can follow SR 247 north until it reaches I-15 at the Barstow Road interchange, a short drive from the plaza. For support cases, San Bernardino County Child Support Services has brought specialists to the Transitional Assistance office at 1900 East Main Street, which serves as a local point of contact for families in and around Barstow.

The Barstow collection site is at 574 East Virginia Way, in the Barstow Road Center plaza off Barstow Road near Interstate 15.

DNA testing requirements in California

California does not require a prescription or doctor's order for a DNA paternity test. Parentage is established either by both parents signing a Voluntary Declaration of Parentage, which is administered by the California Department of Child Support Services under Family Code sections 7570 to 7577 and must be witnessed by an authorized agency such as a birthing hospital, a local child support office or a registrar of births, or by court-ordered genetic testing under Family Code section 7550 and following. For a result to be used in a California court, the test has to be run by an accredited laboratory with a completed chain-of-custody form, which means collection happens at a certified site and every person tested shows government ID. A home kit answers the question privately but is not accepted for child support, custody or a birth certificate change. Call if you are not sure which one applies to you.

About this Barstow collection site

Opens as early as 7:00 AM on weekdays.
One of 17 TestMark DNA collection sites in San Bernardino County.
The next closest site is 28 miles away in Apple Valley, at 16008 Kamana Rd Ste 201.

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Visit 574 E Virginia Way, Barstow, CA 92311. A quick, painless cheek swab is all that is needed.

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What to Expect at Your Appointment

DNA testing at our Barstow, California collection site is straightforward, painless, and typically takes less than 30 minutes. Here is what to know before you visit 574 E Virginia Way.

Bring a Government-Issued ID

Adults bring a driver's license, state ID, or passport. Children under 18 do not need ID. A birth certificate is helpful for legal tests but not required for personal tests.

The Sample Is a Painless Cheek Swab

Collection takes about a minute. A trained technician rubs a soft cotton swab on the inside of the cheek for each tested party. No needles, no blood, no fasting required.

Plan for 15–30 Minutes on Site

Most visits to 574 E Virginia Way in Barstow take under 30 minutes from check-in through sample collection, including the chain-of-custody paperwork completed in person.

Your Collection Is Scheduled by TestMark DNA

Collection sites in Barstow, California handle chain-of-custody (legal) tests ordered through TestMark DNA. We recommend scheduling your visit so everyone arrives prepared: call (866) 702-7644 and we'll confirm the right test, book your collection, and tell you what ID to bring.

Children Can Be Tested at Any Age

Infants, toddlers, and minors are all eligible. The cheek swab is the same regardless of age. For legal tests involving a minor, the custodial parent or legal guardian must be present to sign the chain-of-custody form.

Results Arrive in 3–5 Business Days

Once all samples are received at the accredited laboratory, standard turnaround is 3 to 5 business days. Results are delivered confidentially by encrypted email or secure portal. They are never released over the phone.

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Pricing & Payment

DNA test pricing in Barstow, California depends on the specific test you need. Call TestMark DNA for a free consultation. We will confirm the exact price for your situation before you visit the collection site.

Pricing Varies by Test Type

Paternity, maternity, sibling, grandparent, immigration, and home kit tests are each priced differently. Legal (court-admissible) tests cost more than personal-knowledge tests because they include chain-of-custody documentation.

Not Covered by Health Insurance

DNA paternity and relationship testing is classified as a non-medical test and is not reimbursed by health insurance plans. Payment is collected directly at the time of testing.

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We walk you through pricing on the phone before you commit. There is no charge to call, no charge to ask questions, and no obligation to book a test after the consultation.

Discounts for Multiple Parties

Tests that involve additional parties (for example, a paternity test that also includes the mother, or sibling tests with multiple siblings) often qualify for a per-person discount. Confirm by phone before your appointment.

Get an exact quote for your test in under five minutes. Call (866) 702-7644.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get a DNA paternity test in Barstow, California?

TestMark DNA has a certified collection site at 574 E Virginia Way, Barstow, California 92311. We schedule chain-of-custody (legal) collections here for you, and results are typically returned in 3 to 5 business days.

Do I need a doctor's order or court order for DNA testing in California?

A doctor's order is generally not required. However, if you are a New York State resident, a prescription, court order, or ordering by other authorized persons is required by state law for all DNA identity or relationship tests.

Can DNA testing be done without the mother present?

Yes. A DNA paternity test can be performed without a sample from the child's biological mother. Including the mother's sample is preferred when possible as it improves accuracy.

How long do DNA test results take near Barstow?

Results for a standard DNA paternity test are typically returned within 3 to 5 business days from when all samples are received at the laboratory.

Is DNA testing confidential?

Yes. All samples are packaged in tamper-proof bags and processed at an accredited laboratory with restricted access. Results are shared only with authorized individuals and are never released over the phone.

What type of sample is collected for a DNA test?

The standard sample is a buccal swab - a cotton swab rubbed gently inside the inner cheek. It is painless, non-invasive, and provides the same accuracy as a blood sample.

Will DNA test results be accepted in court?

Results from a legal DNA paternity test performed at an accredited facility may be accepted in court, provided the chain-of-custody form was completed according to laboratory guidelines. Non-legal test results are not intended for court use.

Is DNA paternity testing covered by health insurance?

DNA paternity testing is considered a non-medical test and is not covered by health insurance plans.

Which courthouse handles cases for the Barstow area?

The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino, runs its Barstow District out of the Law and Justice Center at 235 East Mountain View Street, Barstow, CA 92311. From I-15, the court's own directions use the Barstow Road exit, the same exit that leads to the collection site on East Virginia Way.

How do I find the Barstow collection site from Interstate 15?

Leave I-15 at Exit 183, Barstow Road, and head for East Virginia Way, which meets South Barstow Road. The site is at 574 E Virginia Way in the Barstow Road Center shopping plaza. Call TestMark DNA first so your chain-of-custody collection is ordered and scheduled before you arrive.

Legal vs Personal DNA Testing

LEGAL

Legal DNA Test

Court-admissible results
Chain-of-custody documentation
Government ID required at collection
Results accepted in legal proceedings
Collected at certified site only

PERSONAL

Personal DNA Test

For personal knowledge only
No chain of custody required
No ID required
Results not for legal use
Can collect samples at home

Both options available - call to confirm which is right for your situation.

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Service Area

This Barstow, California collection site serves patients arriving from 92311 and the surrounding ZIP codes listed below. If you are closer to a neighboring city, our nearby TestMark DNA locations may be a shorter drive.

We schedule collections for customers from any ZIP code. The list above reflects the nearest service area for Barstow.

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