Where’s the DNA?

Can’t seem to find the right clues for your current work-in-progress? Well, here’s a handy guide to help with locating DNA evidence.

1. Undergarments (boxers and/or briefs, etc.)
2. Sweat-stained clothing
3. Semen stains on clothing, bedding, skin and other areas of the body
4. Pages of books and magazines
5. Drinking cups
6. Glass (window panes, mirrors, etc.)
7. Ear wax
8. Fingernail clippings/beneath attached nails.
9. Used towels
10. Urine
11. Used stamps
12. (Inner) cheek swabs
13. Hair (with root is best)
14. Dried blood
15. Whole blood
16. Chewed gum and similar candies/food items
17. Dental floss and toothbrushes
18. Cigarette butts
19. Used tissue
20. Dried skin, including dandruff and psoriasis
21. Used razors
22. Furniture (couch cushions, mattresses, and more)
23. Carpeting
24. Computer keys and mouse
25. Used/worn stocking masks, gloves, mittens, caps, socks, pants, shirts, etc.

By the way, the odds of two people having the same 13 point DNA profile is approximately 1 in 1 billion. And…