Forensic Science International: Genetics
Volume 4, Issue 4 , Pages 239-243 , July 2010

Validation of a dual cycle ethylene oxide treatment technique to remove DNA from consumables used in forensic laboratories

Received 24 June 2009 ,Revised 1 October 2009 ,Accepted 2 October 2009.

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doi: 10.1016/j.fsigen.2009.10.004

Forensic Science International: Genetics
Volume 4, Issue 4 , Pages 239-243 , July 2010

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