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Do you know if phlebotomy relate to forensic science in any way? If so, how?

Asked by Christina about 5 years ago

I thought phlebotomy was the drawing of blood, so I assume its mostly used in medicine. But one person in my office is actually trained in it so she can draw our blood when we need samples for positive controls.

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You recently advised that a simple black powder would reveal glove prints deposited by Nitrile gloves. Would Latent Silk Black Print Powder, manufactured by a company called Sirchie be a good choice?

Thank you.

Asked by Richard Gray over 5 years ago

Sure--any good quality black powder should have the same effect.

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How often do homeless people intentionally try to get arrested? I heard they do this because the shelters won’t take them if they are on drugs among other things so they commit crimes in front of cops to have a place to sleep

Asked by How often do homeless people intentionally try to get arrested? I heard they do this because the shelters won’t take them if they are on drugs among other things so they commit crimes in front of cops to have a place to sleep about 5 years ago

I wouldn't be involved with cases like this so I don't know. In my experience with homeless camps the people are usually not too cooperative and don't want to leave, so I haven't seen this happen.

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A person bites a victim. How difficult would it be for police to track them down based on their DNA?

Asked by Miguelito about 5 years ago

Not at all difficult IF the person’s DNA profile is already in CODIS.

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I wanted to know whether it is possible to do the courses a certain country and get a job in a foreign country ?

Asked by H•A over 5 years ago

I’m sorry but I don’t understand what you’re asking.

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What do you think of those football players that where in trouble for flying blue and red line flags on the field in support of police and fire fighters?

Asked by Samantha over 5 years ago

I don't follow sports so I haven't seen the story.

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If I am wearing thin, latex gloves, is it possible for me to deposit my fingerprint through the glove and onto the surface I am touching?

Thanks.

Asked by Richard Gray over 5 years ago

Apparently experimentation has shown it is possible. It gets more likely the longer the gloves are worn.

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Do you know if phlebotomy relate to forensic science in any way? If so, how?

Hi,

You recently advised that a simple black powder would reveal glove prints deposited by Nitrile gloves. Would Latent Silk Black Print Powder, manufactured by a company called Sirchie be a good choice?

Thank you.

So you wanna be a Forensic Scientist?

How often do homeless people intentionally try to get arrested? I heard they do this because the shelters won’t take them if they are on drugs among other things so they commit crimes in front of cops to have a place to sleep

A person bites a victim. How difficult would it be for police to track them down based on their DNA?

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I wanted to know whether it is possible to do the courses a certain country and get a job in a foreign country ?

What do you think of those football players that where in trouble for flying blue and red line flags on the field in support of police and fire fighters?

If I am wearing thin, latex gloves, is it possible for me to deposit my fingerprint through the glove and onto the surface I am touching?

Thanks.

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What do YOU do?

Do you know if phlebotomy relate to forensic science in any way? If so, how?

Hi,You recently advised that a simple black powder would reveal glove prints deposited by Nitrile gloves. Would Latent Silk Black Print Powder, manufactured by a company called Sirchie be a good choice?Thank you.

So you wanna be a Forensic Scientist?

How often do homeless people intentionally try to get arrested? I heard they do this because the shelters won’t take them if they are on drugs among other things so they commit crimes in front of cops to have a place to sleep

A person bites a victim. How difficult would it be for police to track them down based on their DNA?

Also on Jobstr...

I wanted to know whether it is possible to do the courses a certain country and get a job in a foreign country ?

What do you think of those football players that where in trouble for flying blue and red line flags on the field in support of police and fire fighters?

If I am wearing thin, latex gloves, is it possible for me to deposit my fingerprint through the glove and onto the surface I am touching?Thanks.

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Hi,

You recently advised that a simple black powder would reveal glove prints deposited by Nitrile gloves. Would Latent Silk Black Print Powder, manufactured by a company called Sirchie be a good choice?

Thank you.

If I am wearing thin, latex gloves, is it possible for me to deposit my fingerprint through the glove and onto the surface I am touching?

Thanks.