Types of Forensic DNA Testing Cases Accepted by BRT Laboratories

Criminal Cases such as Homicide, Sexual Assault, Robbery

Forensic DNA testing can determine the identification of suspect and/or victim(s) in criminal cases. DNA testing can provide compelling probative evidence that may help to either convict or exonerate those accused of a crime.

Forensic DNA testing can also be used for identification of suspected missing-person samples. A paternity or maternity test can be performed at the laboratory to provide an identity to the missing person and bring closure to the family.

No-Suspect Casework

Many crimes have no suspect. By performing DNA typing on samples from those crimes, the data can be entered into the Combined DNA Indexing System (CODIS), increasing the chances that criminals will be caught and convicted for the crimes they have committed.

Criminal Paternity Cases

Forensic DNA testing can be used to identify the offender in pregnancies resulting from sexual assault or statutory sexual assault.

Deceased Individuals - Inheritance

DNA testing can determine kinship of a deceased individual for proof of parentage for Social Security death benefits, inheritance claims, or identification purposes.

Infidelity

We can screen to determine the presence of semen or blood on various items followed by DNA on positives for identification purposes. Identification of the source of stains may be pivotal in determining the outcome of divorce proceedings.

Identification of Drug Testing Sample

BRT Laboratories, Inc. provides identification of unlabeled or mislabeled clinical and drug test samples using forensic DNA testing. The DNA profile of the test sample is compared with a reference specimen, such as a newly collected buccal or blood specimen or another lab specimen.

Risk Management/Malpractice

Suspected contaminated or misidentified clinical samples can be DNA matched to donors/patients. Confirmation of sample identification can avoid misdiagnosis, unnecessary surgery following mislabeling, or switching of biopsied tissue and possible litigation resulting from these errors.

Other Services Offered

Independent Case Review

DNA testing is a highly complex, multi-step process. We can assist attorneys with the interpretation of documents from a supeona, including case files and validations, as well as sample re-testing. These service options ensure that a completely neutral conclusion is developed from the evidence data in every case.

Expert Testimony

BRT Laboratories, Inc. offers fully qualified, experienced witnesses to provide explanations of test results during court proceedings.

Forensic DNA Testing Forms