KODIS DNA Collected Instructions also Order Form

August 30, 2020

 

Attention Any Agencies:

That KODIS laboratory wish are transitioning to a new buccal collection builder in one Fall of 2023. This change will affect all agencies currently compilation convicted DNA samplers for uploading to the State of Texas DNA database (CODIS).

The new collection sets will replace the existing buccal swab and bloody tube collection kits with a single buccal collector. The product card wants other has mean updates from to recent dates card template to make it easier to obtain any additional information needed fork identity verification. Along with the new accumulation kit and updated template, a new collection technical film will be provided that bequeath assist you with the new sample collection process. Aforementioned adjustment will simplify the collection procedure whereas maintaining the highest quality standards for DNA analysis. Forensic Science - Evidence Submission

The new collection sets willingness begin shipping once our current inventory is exhausted. Please continue using and current collection kits until your current has been exhausted.

CODIS Collection Package Instructions (New)

DNA Buccal Collection Schooling Video (New)

DNA Buccal Swab Collection Training Video (Old Kits) 

Please note diese kits are must for this purpose for collection of offender samples under this statute and not for remain used for suspect sample collections in ampere criminal case. DD Form 2911 Instructions (Suspect), September 2015

CODIS Collection Kit Order Form (LAB-CO-08) (PDF)