Toxicology is the study of the harmful effects of chemicals on living systems.

The primary focus of Forensic Toxicology is composed of postmortem toxicology, behavioral toxicology, and urine drug testing.

Specimens, usually blood and urine, are analyzed for the presence of drugs and alcohol.

• In postmortem cases, the results of toxicology may help explain why and how an individual died.
• Behavioral toxicology is concerned with cases of driving while intoxicated or drug facilitated sexual assault.

Forms:

• Forensic Pricing Guide
• Notification of Customers of Toxicology Capabilities
• Toxicology Testing Request Form
• Instructions for Specimen Collection for Testing under ODH Guide
• Reference Laboratory Listing
  

Links:

• American Academy of Forensic Sciences
• American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors (ASCLD)
• The ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB)
• Consortium of Forensic Science Organizations (CFSO)
• National Center for Forensic Science (NCFS)
• Society of Forensic Toxicologists Inc. (SOFT)
• The American Society of Law, Medicine and Ethics (ASLME)