Sample Collection
DNA collection products
We offer innovative, customizable sample collection solutions, include the Copan NUCLEIC-CARD, Copan 4N6FLOQSwabs, and ForensiX SafeDry collection systems. In combination with our completely integrated human identification analysis workflows, these collection systems enable forensic and paternity laboratories to maximize efficiency, and improve downstream STR analysis and first pass success rate.
- Frippiat C, Noel F. Comparison of performance of genetics 4N6 FLOQSwabs™ with or without surfactant to rayon swabs. J Forensic Leg Med. 2016 Aug;42:96-9.
- A. Dadhania, M. Nelson, G. Caves, R. Santiago, D. Podini. Evaluation of Copan 4N6FLOQSwabs™ used for crime scene evidence collection. Forensic Science International: Genetics Supplement Series. 2013 Volume 4, Issue 1, Pages e336–e337
- Mawlood SK, Alrowaithi M, Watson N. Advantage of ForensiX Swabs in Retrieving and Preserving Biological Fluids. J Forensic Sci. 2015 May;60(3):686-9.
- Sarah N. Stricklin. The Evaluation of Different Collection Methods for the Optimum Recovery of DNA from Bloodstains on Various Surfaces. Thesis, 2013
- Garvin AM, Holzinger R, Berner F, Krebs W, Hostettler B, Lardi E, Hertli C, Quartermaine R, Stamm C. The forensiX evidence collection tube and its impact on DNA preservation and recovery. Biomed Res Int. 2013;2013:105797.
- Using DNA to Fight Property Crime
- Cotton Swabs vs 4N6FLOQSwabs™: A Comparative Study for Optimal Recovery of Simulated Touch DNA. Rebecca Santigo, Glorianna Caves, Michelle Nelson, and Daniele Podini (Department of Forensic Sciences, The George Washington University), AAFS 2013
- Forensic Devices for Maximizing Crime Scene Sample Procurement. Luciano Garofano (Italian Academy of Forensic Sciences), Pasquale Linarelo and, Luca Salvaderi (NGB Genetics), AAFS 2012
- Forensic Flocked Collection Devices to Maximize Crime Scene Sample Procurement. Squassina A., Poli A., Gervasona A., Castrician S., Paroni R., and Triva D. (Copan Italia S.p.A), ISFG 2011
- Comparison of Copan Forensic Collection Kits to Traditional Forensic Devices for Maximizing Crime Scene Sample Procuremen. Luciano Garofano (Italian Academy of Forensic Sciences), Pasquale Linarello, and Luca Salvaderi (NGB Genetics), IAFS 2011
Literature
- Buccal DNA Collector™ Product Bulletin
- DNA Collection Solutions for Human Identification Brochure
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Direct PCR Amplification of Blood Samples on Copan NUCLEIC-CARD™ Systems Using the AmpFlSTR® Identifiler® Direct PCR Amplification Kit
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DNA Collection Solutions for Human Identification
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Direct PCR Amplification of Buccal Samples on the NUCLEIC-CARD™ COLOR with the AmpFlSTR® Identifiler® Direct PCR Amplification Kit
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Using DNA to Fight Property Crime
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Posters
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Cotton Swabs vs 4N6FLOQSwabs™: A Comparative Study for Optimal Recovery of Simulated Touch DNA
Rebecca Santigo, Glorianna Caves, Michelle Nelson, and Daniele Podini (Department of Forensic Sciences, The George Washington University), AAFS 2013 -
Forensic Devices for Maximizing Crime Scene Sample Procurement
Luciano Garofano (Italian Academy of Forensic Sciences), Pasquale Linarelo and, Luca Salvaderi (NGB Genetics), AAFS 2012 -
Forensic Flocked Collection Devices to Maximize Crime Scene Sample Procurement
Squassina A., Poli A., Gervasona A., Castrician S., Paroni R., and Triva D. (Copan Italia S.p.A), ISFG 2011 -
Comparison of Copan Forensic Collection Kits to Traditional Forensic Devices for Maximizing Crime Scene Sample Procuremen
Luciano Garofano (Italian Academy of Forensic Sciences), Pasquale Linarello, and Luca Salvaderi (NGB Genetics), IAFS 2011
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