- 01 Introduction
- 02 Biology of DNA
- 03 Practical Issues Specific to DNA Evidence
- 04 Introduction to the Forensic DNA Laboratory
- 05 Assuring Quality in DNA Testing
- 06 Understanding a Forensic DNA Lab Report
- 07 Statistics and Population Genetics
- 08 Mitochondrial DNA & Y-STR Analysis
- 09 Forensic DNA Databases
- 10 Collection of DNA Evidence from Suspects and Arrestees
- 11 Pretrial DNA Evidence Issues
- 12 Victim Issues
- 13 Trial Presentation
- 14 Postconviction DNA Cases
- 15 Emerging Trends
Principles of Forensic DNA
for Officers of the Court
for Officers of the Court
Module 6 :: DNA Lab Report
Topic 1 :: Basic Elements of a Forensic DNA Laboratory Report
Formal Reports versus Case Folder and Other Supporting Documents
In addition to the laboratory analytical report, several additional documents may be available from the laboratory related to the case.
The National DNA Standards require that laboratories maintain a case file containing all records generated by examiners related to case analysis. Case files commonly include—
- A chain of custody for all items received by the laboratory.
- Any sketches or photographs taken in the laboratory.
- Examination (bench) notes by the analyst of all steps taken in testing.
