Forensic Testing

Individuals Involved:
One or more forensic sample

Description:
In the event that a buccal swab sample or blood sample cannot be obtained for DNA testing, the forensic testing is able to extract and process DNA from a wide range of forensic samples.

Forensic samples include, but are not limited to the following:
Dried stains, dried saliva stains, dried blood stains, hair with root/follicles, bone, teeth, human tissue, licked stamps and envelopes, toothbrushes, razors, drinking cups, chewing gum, objects which have been in contact with the mouth or saliva, contact lenses, histology slides, etc.

Turnaround Time :
7 to 9 business days

Method of Reporting :
Mail, Email, or Telephone

This test can be ordered by phone, or online:
By phone: 1-877-714-6356
By EMail mail: info@securigene.com

Call us at 1-877-714-6356, or email info@securigene.com

Forensic Basics

Securigene cannot guarantee that your forensic sample will provide useful information. The success of the DNA test depends upon the quality of the sample that you submit to our laboratory. If the sample that you submit has a large quantity of high quality DNA which is not degraded, the test results can be just as conclusive as a swab or blood sample. However, if the DNA in your sample is degraded, then the test may not yield any useful information. The list below indicates factors which may cause DNA to break down:

Moisture
DNA stores best in the dried form. If you have a wet sample, such as stains on a cloth, it is best to allow the cloth to dry completely as soon as possible. If the forensic sample remains damp or wet, there is a chance that fungal or bacterial growth on the damp sample may break down the DNA.

Time
DNA breaks down over time. The sooner a forensic sample is submitted for testing, the better. For instance, a sample which is only a few days old has a much better chance of working than a sample which is a few months old.

Exposure
Excess humidity, heat, or freezing can break down DNA. If you will be submitting a sample to Securigene for testing, it is best to allow the sample to dry (if it is damp). After the sample is dry, store the sample in a clean paper envelope. Most samples can be shipped directly to Securigene at room temperature.

Contamination
Contamination can affect the results of your test. When collecting and handling your forensic sample, it is important to ensure that you do not contaminate the sample with your own DNA (always wash your hands or wear gloves, try not to touch any stains directly with your fingers, do not cough or sneeze on the sample).

Call us at 1-877-714-6356, or email info@securigene.com