Evaluation of the efficiency of Isohelix ™ and Rayon swabs for recovery of DNA from metal surfaces

ConclusionThese results demonstrate that DNA samples deposited on metal surfaces can be more efficiently recovered using Isohelix ™ swabs wetted with isopropyl alcohol than Rayon swabs wetted with sterile water, although recovery is affected by the substrate type.
Source: Forensic Science, Medicine, and Pathology - Category: Forensic Medicine Source Type: research