April 22, 2008

Over-The-Counter Sales Of Identigene's DNA Paternity Test Kits At Local Drug Stores Reveal Family Connections, Bring Relief From Lingering Emotional Questions
Across the U.S., people like Suliemon Clemens, of Philadelphia, and David Cabrera, of Carson, California, are sharing stories about the way Identigene's fast, affordable and convenient DNA paternity test is answering their long-standing parentage question

SALT LAKE CITY (April 22, 2008) When answering questions of uncertain paternity, the results sometimes promote reconnection and sometimes closure. Either way, just knowing finally brings peace of mind. An emotional moment for Suliemon Clemens, of Philadelphia, occurred two weeks ago when he and the twins he hadn't seen in 14 years swabbed the inside of their cheeks to obtain samples for a DNA paternity test. "I remembered these twins when they were toddlers, and I was amazed at how they had grown up," said Clemens, 39. "I told their mom, I just believe the children need to know the truth."

Clemens purchased an Identigene DNA Paternity Test Kit at his neighborhood Rite Aid drug store and laboratory results proved with 99.99 percent certainty that he was the biological father of the twins. "Now I look forward to sharing my life with these two children of mine," he wrote. "We can't go back in time, but we can go forward. I have plans for them to meet my wife, mother, father and my son in New Jersey. Identigene, please do not stop helping people in similar situations who may be able to build bridges within their family."

Identigene, an industry leader in DNA identification testing, announced the nationwide rollout of its DNA paternity test kit sales in Rite Aid drug stores on March 25, 2008. The kit is available at all Rite Aid outlets in the U.S. except those in New York state. "For people with questions only a DNA test can answer, the convenience and affordability of purchasing a kit off the shelf at the corner store can be very important," said Identigene COO Doug Fogg. It is the first DNA test kit ever sold through major retail stores.

For David Cabrera, of Carson, California, DNA paternity testing brought closure to a troubling long-standing personal question. Did he have a son, as alleged, as the result of a casual relationship he had while serving in the military 23 years ago? A couple of weeks ago he received a call from a 23-year-old man who believed Cabrera was likely his father. "He had his own child and was on a quest to find the grandfather of his son for his own peace of mind," said Cabrera. "We both happened to hear about Identigene's DNA Paternity Test Kit at Rite Aid and agreed to use it."

The question over which Cabrera had agonized for decades was answered quickly and with better than 99 percent certainty: Cabrera was not the man's father. "I was relieved, but of course, mad I had been deceived by his mother. I wish the Identigene DNA Paternity Test Kit was available to me years ago, but thanks for finally bringing me closure."

With an Identigene DNA Paternity Test Collection Kit, participants collect a DNA sample by rubbing a swab inside their mouth. The samples, along with consent forms and a lab fee are sent in an enclosed postage-paid return envelope to Identigene for processing. Results are available from Identigene within three to five business days of receipt. Customers can choose to receive results by mail, email, or online through a secured Web service. All information remains strictly confidential. Suggested retail price for an Identigene DNA Paternity Test Collection Kit is $29.99, and the laboratory processing fee is $119.

About IDENTIGENE

Founded in 1993, IDENTIGENE, a division of Sorenson Genomics, was the first DNA testing laboratory in the world to commercially use STR technology for paternity testing, and has since provided test results to more than 200,000 people around the world. IDENTIGENE is a full-service DNA testing laboratory, specializing in paternity testing and forensic DNA testing services. For more information on IDENTIGENE and its DNA testing services visit www.dnatesting.com.

About Sorenson Genomics

Sorenson Genomics (www.sorensongenomics.com) is a best-in-class DNA testing laboratory certified to ISO 17025 and accredited by the American Association of Blood Banks. It was the world's first laboratory accredited for genetic genealogy testing services. Sorenson Genomics provides a wide spectrum of contract services (including DNA extraction and purification, biological forensics, drug screening, disaster victim identification, ancestral and population assessment, and custom test development) to clients throughout the world..

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