Nebraska Administrative Code
Topic - STATE PATROL
Title 272 - NEBRASKA STATE PATROL
Chapter 20 - PROCEDURES FOR THE COLLECTION, TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND ANALYSIS OF SAMPLES FOR THE PURPOSE OF THE DNA DATABASE
Section 272-20-004 - DNA Database Sample Handling

Current through March 20, 2024

004.01 The NSPCL is responsible for receiving, logging, handling, and tracking all DNA samples and related records intended for the DNA Database.

004.01(A) Information from the DNA Database collection card will be logged into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and each sample will be given a unique identifier.

004.01(B) Buccal cell samples will be stored at room temperature in a secure location. Blood samples will be stored in the refrigerator until they are spotted on FTA paper. Once the blood samples have been spotted, the FTA paper will be stored at room temperature in a secure location and the liquid blood sample destroyed.

004.01(C) In the event of a Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) hit, the fingerprint provided with the DNA sample will be verified.

004.01(D) If it is necessary to request a re-collection of either a blood or buccal cell sample, this information will be documented. It is not the responsibility of the NSPCL to ensure that re-collection is accomplished.

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