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    This document discusses the proper collection and storage of blood evidence at a crime scene. It emphasizes that evidence must be collected in an unbiased manner to maintain integrity. Blood contains genetic information that can be used to identify victims or suspects. The document outlines specific procedures for collecting wet or dry blood as evidence, including using cotton swabs and paper envelopes. It stresses taking precautions to avoid contamination and following all procedures carefully. Analyzing blood evidence in laboratories can provide valuable clues about crimes.

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    This document discusses the proper collection and storage of blood evidence at a crime scene. It emphasizes that evidence must be collected in an unbiased manner to maintain integrity. Blood contains genetic information that can be used to identify victims or suspects. The document outlines specific procedures for collecting wet or dry blood as evidence, including using cotton swabs and paper envelopes. It stresses taking precautions to avoid contamination and following all procedures carefully. Analyzing blood evidence in laboratories can provide valuable clues about crimes.

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    This document discusses the proper collection and storage of blood evidence at a crime scene. It emphasizes that evidence must be collected in an unbiased manner to maintain integrity. Blood contains genetic information that can be used to identify victims or suspects. The document outlines specific procedures for collecting wet or dry blood as evidence, including using cotton swabs and paper envelopes. It stresses taking precautions to avoid contamination and following all procedures carefully. Analyzing blood evidence in laboratories can provide valuable clues about crimes.

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    3/18/2015

    Blood Evidence
    By Juan Aragon and Michael Webb

    In an investigation, it is imperative to collect all evidence, and to be unbiased. If there are


    any biased opinions, the integrity of a case could be compromised and the consequences could b
    e dire. This is where forensic science is crucial to an investigation; forensic science, decreases th
    e chance of contamination of evidence based on biased views. There is always a possibility of co
    ntamination, but the goal is to maintain the integrity and reliability of the evidence. Blood eviden
    ce is an example of the evidence that can be contaminated. Through proper collection and storag
    e, blood evidence possesses the possibility of being the smoking gun in a criminal case.
    Every human is unique either through personalities or genetic structure. An individuals b
    lood can contain an abundance amount of information. According to CSI Network an individual
    contains genetic markers including ABO classification and DNA (Schiro, 2015). This informatio
    n can ascertain the identity of the victim or the suspect. Identifying the perpetrator becomes a les
    s daunting task through the collection of blood evidence. Before the identification process can be
    gin, a procedure for collecting and storing blood must be followed.
    In order to collect blood evidence a person has to determine certain information, to elabor
    ate, is the blood moist or dry and where is location of the blood? Once these questions have been
    answered, the collection of evidence can begin. According to the information provided by IAPE.
    org (htt), there is a specific procedure for both moist and wet samples. If the sample is wet one w
    ill begin by saturating five to ten cotton swabs with blood, then allowed to dry. It is imperative to
    collect a variety of sample to increase the possibilities of identification. Once this is complete pl
    ace samples in a paper envelope and sealed. The investigator will then label and date the evidenc

    e collected. The procedure is all done with the protection of gloves and the cautiousness of an in
    dividual. Do not cross contaminate ones own DNA with the sample taken from the crime scene.
    If the sample is dry then the investigator should get 4-6 swabs and lightly dab them into distilled
    water, after he/she must drain excess water and begin to swab the dried blood. After the blood is
    collected all other procedures are that of the swabs that are used for wet blood samples.
    Once the blood has been properly obtained delivered to the designated facilities tests and
    examinations can begin. All precautions that have taken place to this point were for the protectio
    n of the evidence, as well as protection for those who collected the evidence, those at the crime s
    cene, and any victims of the incident. Blood being so unique is a perfect specimen for attaining v
    aluable evidence. After being examined by professionals such as a toxicology specialist informat
    ion can be revealed about the crime scene such as who's blood it was, what weapon might have b
    een used for said homicide or suicide, and what chemicals were present in the blood such as alco
    hol or poison.
    Evidence including blood is a valuable tool for information when it comes to a detective.
    Following all precautions and procedures is very important. Even the slightest mishap can ruin e
    xtremely valuable information and end in someone's life being ended or someone being free who
    shouldn't. This guide educates those who wish to know about blood being evidence in a case and
    how to go about collecting it. The integrity and retention of good evidence is imperative and sho
    uld be the main goal in collecting any form of blood from any surface or area.

    Citation Page
    Schiro , G (2015). Collection and Preservation of. retrieved 3/18/15, from crime scene ne
    twork Web Site: http://www.crime-scene-investigator.net/blood.html
    biological evidence . (2007). retrieved 4/28/07, from IAPE.org Web Site: http://www.iap
    e.org/emanual/biological_evidence.htm

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