Alternative Samples

All human cells contain the same DNA. Whether this is blood, saliva, a hair, nails or any other biological material, DNA analysis can be carried out with the same success and accuracy.

The laboratories of DNAlogy are equipped with the most advanced technological means to solve even the most demanding DNA analysis cases. A small amount of biological material is enough for a fast, valid and scientifically-substantiated answer. The table below shows the general sample categories, which can be used in genetic material identification analyses.

SAMPLE CATEGORIS	SAMPLE TYPE
Articles of Clothing	clothes, underwear, socks, tights, sheets
Household Items	glasses, cutlery, bottles, straws
Food	chewing gum, hard boiled sweets, fruit, biscuits
Bathroom accessories	razors, tooth brushes, dental floss, towels, combs, cotton buds
Bodily fluids / Tissues	blood, saliva, vaginal discharge, nasal discharge, hairs (including roots), dandruff, nails, abortion material, biopsies/paraffin-embedded tissues, teeth, bone
Criminal objects	knives, weapons, hoods, gloves, bottles, instruments
Other samples	cigarette butts, condoms, watches, wallets, hand-written notes, ropes, envelopes, stamps, dummies, bibs, baby bottles, tissues, plasters, etc.

Of the samples above, tooth brushes, cigarette butts, nails, cotton buds, chewing gum, condoms, underwear, and razors and very rich in biological material. Before choosing a sample for analysis, contact one of our experts for suggestions of the ideal solution for you.

General instruction for collection of biological material

Avoid any bare-handed contact with the material to be analysed or the area likely to contain biological material. Collect the samples using gloves, a tissue or tweezers.
Place the samples in clean bags or contact us to be sent special storage bags.
Keep the samples in normal conditions of light, air and temperature. Avoid exposure to the sun, humidity and high temperatures.
If the samples contain liquid, dry them when possible, otherwise keep them in the fridge.

For more detailed information about collecting and keeping samples contact us to talk to one of our experts.

General instruction for collection of biological material

Avoid any bare-handed contact with the material to be analysed or the area likely to contain biological material. Collect the samples using gloves, a tissue or tweezers.
Place the samples in clean bags or contact us to be sent special storage bags.
Keep the samples in normal conditions of light, air and temperature. Avoid exposure to the sun, humidity and high temperatures.
If the samples contain liquid, dry them when possible, otherwise keep them in the fridge.χουν υγρά, στεγνώστε τα όταν είναι δυνατό, αλλιώς τοποθετήστε τα στο ψυγείο.