CRBA

[Inky 1,110]

The real problem is the OP does not know if that is his child or not. Regardless the DNA test is now required for him to find out if he can even file a CRBA or not.

[apple21 953]

No, nono. It is "accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB). Not accredited by USEM." USEM has nothing to do with the

accreditation.

If a DNA test is recommended the petitioner (you) will initiate the process by selecting a laboratory where the DNA sample will be collected. The laboratory you select must be accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks (AABB). To find the laboratory in the U.S. nearest you, visit their list of Accredited Facilities.

I know. I am merely pointing out that the laboratory I suggested is NOT accredited by AABB nor USEM. That's what I'm trying to say. They can do the initial paternity/DNA test there so OP would know if the child is his BEFORE they finalize the child's birth certificate and file for CRBA.

If tested positive that it is his child, they can file CRBA. If the consul demands a DNA test, they should do it with an accredited AABB lab.

To OP: Sorry if my post caused some confusion.

Edited June 10, 2013 by apple21

[sjr09 155]

Absolutely!

[julitathomas0810 30]

I know. I am merely pointing out that the laboratory I suggested is NOT accredited by AABB nor USEM. That's what I'm trying to say. They can do the initial paternity/DNA test there so OP would know if the child is his BEFORE they finalize the child's birth certificate and file for CRBA.

If tested positive that it is his child, they can file CRBA. If the consul demands a DNA test, they should do it with an accredited AABB lab.

To OP: Sorry if my post caused some confusion.

No confusion here and thanks for your advice .