How Does It Work?
Due to state regulations, testing is not available in: Alaska, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, South Carolina, South Dakota, and Vermont.
WHAT TYPES OF SAMPLES CAN BE TESTED FOR DNA?
A few examples of DNA forensic samples which are commonly submitted to a DNA laboratory for testing include:
- Dried blood stains (dried blood on bandages, on tissue, cotton, or paper)
- Dried saliva stains (cigarette butts, stamps, stains on clothing or napkins)
- Hair, you will need 6-8 strands per test. (Hair works best if it is taken directly from the head. Hair which has fallen out of the head naturally may work as well. Cut hair will not work, the strands of hair must have roots, that is where the DNA is located)
- Dried underwear stains (pads, tampons, diapers)
- Dried semen stains (tissue, underwear, bed sheets)
- Fingernail clippings can work, but are at a much lower chance of success (6+ or more clippings to ensure a higher success rate)
- Teeth (Molar, premolar, and canine work best. Higher costs are usually involved, best to contact us the lab you are looking at before you order a test)
- Used condom
- Toothbrush
- Feminine hygiene pads
- Blood
- Stained Sheets
- Underwear and other clothing
- Hair
Kit arrives in an unmarked, inconspicious gift box for anonymity.