Michigan Administrative Code
Department - State Police
Forensic Science Division
Alcohol and Drug Testing of Biological and Nonbiological Specimens
Section R. 325.2675 - Collecting and handling antemortem blood and urine samples

Universal Citation: MI Admin Code R. 325.2675

Current through Vol. 24-04, March 15, 2024

Rule 5.

(1) All antemortem blood and urine samples shall be collected pursuant to section 625a of 1949 PA 300, MCL 257.625a.

(2) When collecting a blood sample, the individual drawing the sample shall use an aqueous solution of a nonvolatile antiseptic on the skin of the person from whom the sample is being collected. Neither alcohol nor any alcoholic solution shall be used as a skin antiseptic.

(3) Blood shall be drawn pursuant to either of the following provisions:

(a) With a sterile dry needle that is evacuated into a vacuum-style specimen tube that contains the solid preservative sodium fluoride, whether used alone or in combination with other preservatives or anti-coagulants.

(b) With a sterile dry needle and syringe expelled into a clean specimen tube that contains sodium fluoride. The tube shall then be capped or stoppered.

(4) Urine shall be collected pursuant to the provisions of form FSD-93, which is contained in the department of state police specimen kit. Urine shall be collected in a clean glass or plastic container. The sample shall then be transferred into a clean glass or plastic container that has a secure top.

(5) Blood and urine collection shall be witnessed to ensure that the sample can be authenticated. Each sample shall be labeled.

(6) Samples that are sent to a laboratory shall be sealed in a manner that ensures their integrity.

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