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Standard for Training in Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) Analysis for Taxonomic Identification
This standard provides requirements to ensure proper training in animal taxonomic identification based on mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) sequencing, data analysis, and reporting within the trainee's forensic DNA laboratory.
Crime Scene/Death Investigation – Dogs and Sensors – Terms and Definitions
This technical document provides the standardization of terms and definitions used in the detection dog community. The use of standardized terminology in the detection dog community promotes consistency across jurisdictions and relieves the judicial system of conflicting terms an...
General Guidelines for Training, Certification, and Documentation of Canine Detection...
This standard contains requirements for the development of training of canine handlers and canines and will also detail the canine team assessments and the basis for certification procedures including record keeping and document management. This standard does not cover discipline...
Standard for the Analytical Scope and Sensitivity of Forensic Toxicological Testing of...
This document delineates the minimum requirements for target analytes and analytical sensitivity for the forensic toxicological testing of blood specimens collected from drivers suspected of being impaired. This document does not cover the analysis of breath, oral fluid, urine, o...
Standard for Validation of Probabilistic Genotyping Systems
This standard sets forth the requirements to be used by laboratories for the validation of probabilistic genotyping systems related to interpreting autosomal STR results. Amelogenin is not covered by this standard. Laboratories are advised to review their validation for complianc...
Standard for Validation Studies of DNA Mixtures, and Development and Verification of a...
This standard sets forth the requirements for the design and evaluation of internal validation studies for mixed DNA samples and the development of appropriate interpretation protocols for mixtures based on the validation studies performed. This standard includes a requirement th...
Standard for Forensic DNA Analysis Training Programs
This standard provides the general requirements for a forensic DNA laboratory's training program in DNA analysis including data interpretation.