Alternative DNA Sources

Forensic samples can be used for our standard DNA paternity testing, as well as for our other range of DNA tests such as relationship testing or DNA profiling. A full list is shown below including the additional cost for each sample, how to send the samples and the DNA extraction success rate.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• We can only guarantee standard result turnaround time when testing takes place solely using oral swab samples. Using a forensic sample for your test may lead to an increase in turnaround time of up to 8 to 10 working days.

• Consent and photographic ID from all parties is required in order to perform a test with a non-swab sample. If in doubt about issues of consent we recommend that you contact our team to discuss your case.

Category	General Comments	Packaging Instructions	Additional Charge (per sample)	Success Rate
Bone Marrow	Fresh (collected within 30 days) or Frozen- No marrow on slides or in paraffin.	Request Consultation.	CA$200	90% or higher
Blood on Filter paper	Also called Whatman, Matrix or Parchment; less than 60 days old.	Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	90% or higher
Semen	Frozen vial (Sperm bank) or fresh swab; Semen on fabric.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	90% or higher
Blood stain on fabric	Includes bandages, gauze and facial tissues (Kleenex) or napkins.	Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60-90%
Fingernail/nail Clippings	Need 5-10 clippings.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60-90%
Diabetic Test Strips	Need 5-6 strips.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60-90%
Tissue (muscles, organs); non-embalmed	Depends on age and storage conditions; CHAIN ONLY.	Request consultation.	CA$200	60-90%
Ear Swab		Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60-90%
Fetal Demise	Ref sample from M REQ; success increases w/ age of fetus (detect of maternal DNA poss) CHAIN ONLY.	Request consultation.	CA$100	60-90%
Umbilical Cord	Dried, must have a reference sample from mother.	Ship in paper envelope or as preserved.	CA$100	60-90%
Semen stain on fabric	Area should be indicated on fabric; incl bandages, gauze & tissues or napkins.	Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60-90%
Hair with roots	Ensure roots are present (7-10 hairs) – shed or cut hair will not work.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Razor (Electric, Disposable)	Send entire blade or disposable razor, debris can be sent in envelope.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Cigarette Butts	Depends on type/brand.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Chewing gum	Sugarless preferred.	Ship in plastic Zip-Lock bag.	CA$100	60% or less
Mucus	Facial tissue (Kleenex), napkin or paper towel.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Condom	Depends on storage condition / swab inside of condom.	Ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Tissue Sample; paraffin embedded	Paraffin block or slides.	Request consultation.	CA$200	60% or less
Toothbrush		Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Soda can / drinking glass / plastic container	Swab well w/ cotton swab or send in article with area clearly marked.	Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Tampon/Feminine Pad		Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Drinking straw		Air-dry and ship in paper envelope.	CA$100	60% or less
Envelope flaps	Depends on age of envelope and how sealed.	Request consultation.	CA$100	60% or less
Tissue (muscles, organs); embalmed	Deceased has been embalmed; tissues in formalin/formaldehyde not accepted.	Request consultation.	CA$200	60% or less
Bones from exhumed body	For forensic cases only.	Request consultation.	POA	N/A
Tooth	Molar, premolar or canine preferred.	Ship in paper envelope.	POA	N/A
Bone	Femur or humorus bone, 3-4 inches in length use clean blade.	Request consultation.	POA	N/A
International Biosciences cannot unconditionally guarantee successful analysis of these samples. We will however make every attempt to provide you with the results you require. Use of samples other than mouth swabs may add one or two days to the time it takes to complete your test.
Indicates a potentially biohazardous sample