AbstractThe recovered biological traces from the sources of victim, suspect and from crime scene are most important types of evidences for forensic DNA analyzes. The collection of the evidences is important for DNA examination in the identification of suspect as well as innocent. The biological sources of DNA evidences may be blood, saliva, vaginal
swabs, hair, teeth, bone etc. The method of the collection of evidences could differ from laboratory to laboratory in the current scenario coronavirus is constantly spreading. It may also be spread by touching contaminated objects or surfaces similarly it may also be transmitted by infected deceased. This study highlights some precautionary steps for medical and crime scene experts during the collection of forensic DNA evidences from biological sources to reduce the risk of the dispersion of COVID-19.
Keywords: Forensic DNA; Biological samples; DNA examination; Medical experts; COVID-19.