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- DNA Database Operation Manual
DBS 03 Minimum Accommodations and Environmental Conditions
DBS 04 Documentation and Handling of Samples
DBS 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents and Standards
DBS 08 Sampling Plan and Sample Selection
DBS 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
DBS 10-01 Semi-automated Sample Punch
DBS 10-08 Electrophoresis Plate Prep
DBS 10-09 Electrophoresis Prep Denature
DBS 12-01 Convicted Offender Accessioning
DBS 12-02 Arrestee Kit Accessioning
DBS 12-03 Rejection Notification
DBS 12-04 Research and Destruction of Arrestee Submissions
DBS 12-05 Arrestee Expungements
DBS 12-06 Court-ordered Expungements and Administrative Removals
DBS 12-07 CODIS Match Administrative Tasks
DBS 12-08 Arrestee Kit Ordering
- Digital Evidence (DME) Operation Manual
DME 03 Accommodations and Environmental Conditions
DME 04 Documentation and Handling of Evidence
DME 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
DME 10-01 Exam Preparation Workstation
DME 10-04 Write Protecting Media
DME 10-06 Hard Drive Removal and BIOS Check
DME 10-07 Imaging Protocol Using Windows
DME 10-08 Imaging Protocol Using Linux
DME 10-09 Imaging a Macintosh Computer
DME 10-10 Cable Acquistion Protocol
DME 10-11 Handheld-Mobile Devices
DME 10-12 Examination and Analysis
DME 10-15 Video Forensic Procedure
DME 10-16 Equipment Control and Performance Verification Procedure
DME 10-17 Mobile Data jTag and Chip off
DME 10-18 Test and Validation Procedure
DME 10-19 Forensic Audio Analysis
DME Appendix B- Note Taking Guide for Computer-Cell Phone Processing
DME Glossary of Terms and Definitions and Approved Abbreviations
- DNA Operation Manual
DNA 03 Minimum Accomodations and Environmental Conditions
DNA 04 Documentation and Handling of Evidence
DNA 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Kits and Standards
DNA 08 Sampling plan and Sample Selection
DNA 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
DNA 10-01 Preparation of Samples for DNA Extraction
DNA 10-03 Extraction Using AutoMate Prepfiler Express
DNA 10-04 Concentration or Additional Washes of DNA Extracts
DNA 10-06 Manual Dilution of DNA Extracts
DNA 10-10 STR Typing via 3500xL Capillary Electrophoresis
DNA 10-11 GeneMapper ID-X Analysis of Casework Samples
DNA 10-12 Binary Interpretation of Autosomal Casework Samples
DNA 10-13 Interpretation of Male-Specific (YSTR) Casework Samples
DNA 10-14 Autosomal Statistical Analysis
DNA 10-15 Male-Specific (YSTR) Statistical Analysis
DNA 10-16 DNA Quantitation using Quantifiler Trio
DNA 10-17 DNA Amplification Using GlobalFiler
DNA 10-18 YSTR DNA Amplification Using Yfiler Plus
DNA 11-01 CODIS Casework--Administration
DNA 11-02 CODIS Casework - Analysts
DNA 11-03 CODIS Familial Searching
DNA 12-03 Report Writing and Reviews
DNA 12-04 Subcontracting and Outsourcing
DNA 13-01 STRMix Interpretation
DNA 13-02 Analysis of Autosomal Casework Samples Using STRMix
DNA Appendix A- Report Writing
DNA Appendix C- Abbreviations and Symbols
DNA Appendix D- Allele Frequencies
- Drug Chemistry Operation Manual
CHE 03 Accommodations and Environmental Factors
CHE 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents, or Standards
CHE 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
CHE 10-02 Determining Weights and Volumes
CHE 10-07 Marijuana and THC Analysis
CHE 10-08 Serial Dry Extractions
CHE 10-09 Standard Drug Mixture Procedure
CHE 10-10 Reference Material Verification and Inventory Requirements
CHE 10-11 Derivatization Techniques
CHE 10-13 Identification and Analytical Sufficiency
CHE 10-14 Method Validation Procedures
CHE 10-17 Pharmaceutical Product Identification
CHE 10-18 Miscellaneous Techniques
CHE 10-19 General Sample Preparation for Instrumental Analysis
CHE 10-20 The Quantitation of THC in Plant Material by HPLC-UV-DAD
CHE Appendix A - Laboratory Report Examples
CHE Appendix C - Abbreviations
CHE Appendix D - CBI-FS Method Validation Worksheet
CHE Appendix E - CBI-FS Validation Schedule
CHE Appendix F - Pharmaceutical Dosage Shapes
- Evidence Operation Manual
EP1 Evidence Entry and Receiving
EP2 Evidence Security, Storage and Maintenance
EP3 Internal Evidence Transfers
- Firearm and Toolmark Operation Manual
FIR 03 Accommodations and Environmental Conditions
FIR 04 Documentation and Handling of Evidence
FIR 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents and Standards
FIR 10-01 Firearm Mechanical Function Examination
FIR 10-02 Fired Cartridge Case-Fired Shotshell Examination
FIR 10-03 Fired Bullet-Fragment Examination
FIR 10-04 Shot-Pellet Examination
FIR 10-05 Live Ammunition Examination
FIR 10-06 Gunshot Residue Examination in Muzzle-to-Target Distance Determination
FIR 10-07 Shot Pattern Examinations in Muzzle-to-Target Distance Determinations
FIR 10-08 Modified Greiss Test for Nitrite Residues
FIR 10-09 Dithiooxamide Test for Copper or Nickel Residues
FIR 10-10 Sodium Rhodizonate Test for Lead Residues
FIR 10-12 Silencer-Suppressor Examination
FIR 10-13 Serial Number Restoration
FIR 10-14 General Toolmark Examination
FIR 10-16 National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN)
FIR 10-18 Reference Collections
FIR 9 Uncertainty of Measurement
FIR Appendix A - Report Writing
FIR Appendix B - Glossary and Definitions
FIR Appendix C - Abbreviations and Symbols
FIR Appendix D - Serial Number Restoration Reagents
FIR Appendix E - Equipment Maintenance Schedule
FIR Appendix F - LIMS Workflow for Firearm Testing Performed by NIBIN Tech or Other Personnel
- Footwear and Tire Track Operation Manual
FTP 03 Accommodations and Environmental Conditions
FTP 06 Reagents. Chemicals. Solvents or Standards
FTP 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
FTP 10-06 Cyanoacrylate Fuming
FTP 10-07 DFO (1,8- Diazafluoren-9-one)
FTP 10-08 Digital Imaging and Processing
FTP 10-11 Obtaining Test Impressions of Known Footwear
FTP 10-12 Obtaining Test Impressions of Known Tires
FTP 10-13 Impression Evidence Processing
FTP 10-14 LCV (Leucocrystal Violet)
FTP 10-19 R.A.Y. (Rhodamine 6G-Ardrox-Basic Yellow 40)
FTP 10-23 Technical Working Group Committee
FTP 10-26 Electrostatic Lifting Device and Vinyl Cling Film
FTP 10-27 Footwear Outsole-Tire Tread Design Image Search
FTP 10-28 Potassium Thiocyanate
FTP 10-29 SoleMate Footwear Outsole Design Image Search
- Latent Prints Operation Manual
FIN 03 Accomodations and Environmental Conditions
FIN 04 Handling and Documentation of Evidence
FIN 06 Reagents.Chemicals.Solvents or Standards
FIN 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
FIN 10-07 Cyanoacrylate Fuming
FIN 10-08 Identification of Deceased Persons
FIN 10-09 DFO (1.8- Diazafluoren-9-one)
FIN 10-10 Digital Imaging and Enhancement
FIN 10-11 Gentian Violet- Crystal Violet
FIN 10-15 Obtaining Known Friction Ridge Detail Standards
FIN 10-16 Latent Print Processing
FIN 10-17 Leucocrystal Violet (LCV)
FIN 10-22 R.A.Y. (Rhodamine 6G-Ardrox-Basic Yellow 40)
FIN 10-26 Technical Working Group Committee
FIN Appendix A- Glossary and Definitions
FIN Appendix B- Abbreviations and Symbols
FIN Appendix C - Equipment Maintenance Schedule
FIN Appendix D - Report Wording Guidelines
FIN Appendix E- Documenting a Reverse Hit
FIN Appendix F - Documenting an AFIS-NGI Significant Consult
- Serology (Forensic Biology) Operation Manual
SER 03 Minimum Accomodations and Environmental Conditions
SER 04 Documentation and Handling of Evidence
SER 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents and Standards
SER 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
SER 10-01 Preparation of Bloodstain Card(s) from Liquid Blood
SER 10-02 Phenolphthalein Testing for Blood
SER 10-03 Hematrace® Testing for Blood
SER 10-04 Examination of Evidence Using an Alternate Light Source
SER 10-05 AP Spot Testing for Seminal Fluid
SER 10-06 Microscopic Examination for Spermatozoa
SER 10-07 PSA Semiquant Testing for Seminal Fluid
SER 10-08 SALIgAE® Testing for Saliva
SER 10-09 RSID™-Urine Testing for Urine
SER 10-10 Urobilinogen Testing for Fecal Material
SER 10-11 Collection of Trace DNA
SER 10-12 Evaluation of Hairs for DNA Testing Suitability
SER 10-13 Preparation of Bone and Teeth for DNA Analysis
SER Appendix A- Report Writing
- Toxicology Operation Manual
TOX 01 Purpose and Introduction
TOX 03 Accommodations and Environment Factors
TOX 04 Handling of Toxicology Evidence
TOX 05 Instrumentation and Equipment Maintenance
TOX 06 Reference Material, Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents, and Solid Phase Cartridges
TOX 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
TOX 10-04 Case Categories and Workflow
TOX 10-05 Case Documentation, Review, and Discovery
TOX 10-06 Quality Control and Acceptance Criteria
TOX 10-08 Glass Liner (Insert) Cleaning
TOX 10-09 ELISA--Drugs of Abuse Screening
TOX 10-09 ELISA--Drugs of Abuse Screening 8 Prong Sampler
TOX 10-10 Ethanol Analysis by Headspace Gas Chromatography
TOX 10-11 Barbiturates and Phenytoin Quantitation By GCMS
TOX 10-12 Cocaine and Metabolites Quantitation by GCMS
TOX 10-13 Phencyclidine (PCP) Quantitation by GCMS
TOX 10-15 Sympathomimetic Amines Quantitation by GCMS
TOX 10-16 Cathinones Screen by GCMS (Retired)
TOX 10-17 Prescription Drug Screen and Confirmation by GCMS
TOX 10-18 Gamma Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) Screen by LCMSMS
TOX 10-19 Benzodiazepines and Z-Drugs Quantitation by LCMSMS
TOX 10-20 Cannabinoids Quantitation By LC-MSMS
TOX 10-21 Carisoprodol, Meprobamate, and Carbamazepine Quantitation by LCMSMS
TOX 10-22 Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Retrograde Extrapolation
TOX 10-23 Expert Disclosure Report
TOX 10-25 Carboxyhemoglobin by CO-Oximetry (Retired)
TOX 10-26 Pain Management Drugs Quantitation by LCMSMS
- Trace Operation Manual
TRA 03 Environmental Conditions
TRA 04 Documentation and Handling of Evidence
TRA 06 Reagents, Chemicals, Solvents and Standards
TRA 08 Sampling Plan and Sample Selection
TRA 09 Uncertainty of Measurement
TRA 10-02 Gunshot Residue Analysis
TRA 10-03 Fire Debris and Ignitable Liquids Analysis
TRA 10-05 Fiber and General Trace Evidence Collection
TRA 10-06 Microspectrophotometer Analysis
TRA 10-07 Fiber Analysis-Microscopic and Instrumental Analysis
TRA 10-08 Fabrics, Yarns, and Buttons Examinations
TRA 10-09 Fabric Damage Analysis
TRA 10-10 Cordage Examinations
TRA 10-11 General Microscope Operation and Application
TRA 10-12 Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Analysis - General Unknowns
TRA 10-13 Scanning Electron Micrsoscopy-Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy Analysis
TRA 10-15 General Unknown Materials
TRA 10-16 Pyrolysis-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Analysis of Paints, Tapes, and Polymers
TRA 10-17 Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Analysis of Paints, Tape, and Polymers
TRA 10-20 NIGHTSEA Stereo Microscope Fluorescence Adaptor
- Quality Manual
Externally Controlled Document List
QP02 Responsibilities, Authority and Management Continuity
QP03 Electronic Document Management System
QP06 Review of Requests, Tenders and Contracts
QP07 Subcontracting, Outsourcing
QP08 Reagents, Chemicals and Supplies
QP10 Responsibilities to the Customer
QP20 Estimating Uncertainty of Measurement
QP21 Equipment, Instrumentation
QP30 Consumptive Testing and Observation