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Over-the-Counter Sales of Identigene's DNA Paternity Test Kits at Local Drug Stores Reveal Family Connections, Bring Relief from Lingering Emotional Questions

Published in Law and Health Weekly, May 10th, 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...

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