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Toxicology examinations.(Evidence Examinations)

Handbook of Forensic Services

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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.

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