Learning How to Submit Samples Step by Step
Start here. Learn about collecting, labeling and packaging samples for:
- Sample containers for postmortem include gray, lavender, and zebra-top collection devices containing potassium oxalate and sodium fluoride.
- For vitreous samples, quantitative results for sodium and for potassium in vitreous specimens will be affected if performed with specimen collection devices containing sodium fluoride and potassium oxalate. We recommend a preservative-free plastic collection device containing no additives.
NMS does not accept samples for analysis from private individuals. Samples must be submitted by attorneys, law enforcement, medical professional, and licensed private investigators.
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Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips - Overview
In this video, Dr. Laura Labay shares general tips for collecting postmortem samples for toxicology testing
Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips - Blood
In this video, Drs. Laura Labay and Charles Catanese describe tips for collecting postmortem blood samples for toxicology testing
Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips – Tissue
In this video, Dr. Laura Labay describes tips for collecting postmortem tissue samples for toxicology testing
Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips - Fluid
In this video, Dr. Charles Catanese describes tips for collecting postmortem fluid samples for toxicology testing
Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips - Urine
In this video, Dr. Charles Catanese describes tips for collecting postmortem urine samples for toxicology testing
Postmortem Specimen Collection Tips – Hair & Other
In this video, Dr. Laura Labay shares general tips for collecting hair and other postmortem samples for toxicology testing
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