Description
While we recommend using swab, hair, or even blood samples for DNA testing, we understand it is not always possible to obtain these types of samples. That’s why we offer a complete forensic DNA testing service.
Examples of forensic samples include, but are not limited to:
Examples of forensic samples include, but are not limited to:
- Dried blood stains on bandages, tissue, cotton, paper, swabs
- Dried stains on underwear, sheets, pads, tampons
- Dried semen stains on tissue, underwear, clothing
- Dried saliva from toothbrushes, bottles, cans, cigarette butts, stamps, used tissue
- Razors shavings from electric razor
- Bone, teeth, tissue (from deceased individual)
Don’t see the sample type used like to submit? Contact us and ask about it. Chances are we can use it.
Forensic Sample Collection Instructions
- Carefully place the sample in the plain, white paper envelope or wrap in the clean, plain white paper. Be careful not to touch the portion of the sample that contains the DNA with your fingers.
- Cut out one Sample ID Slip from the end of this document and fill-in the necessary information. Later, you will need to record the information on Sample ID Slip into the Sample Identification Table (located on Paternity Test Form).
- Place the completed Sample ID Slip in a plastic bag with the forensic sample. The plastic bag should contain the Sample ID Slip and the forensic sample either in an envelope or wrapped in paper.