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Toxicology examinations can disclose the presence of drugs and poisons in biological specimens and food products. The examinations can determine the circumstances surrounding drug- or poison-related homicides, suicides, and accidents.
Because of the large number of potentially toxic substances, it may be necessary to screen for classes of poisons. Examples are as follows:
* Volatile compounds (ethanol, methanol, isopropanol).
* Heavy metals (arsenic).
* Nonvolatile organic compounds (drugs of abuse, pharmaceuticals).
* Miscellaneous (strychnine, cyanide).
Questions concerning toxicology evidence should be directed to 703-632-8441. Follow the Evidence Submission directions including Requesting Evidence Examinations and Packaging and Shipping Evidence.