Forensic DNA profiling reports convey several types of analytical and interpretative information to the reader. QA Standards require that the resulting DNA laboratory reports include the following criteria:

1. Date of report;
2. A case identifier;
3. Description of the evidence items;
4. Statement indicating disposition of evidence items
5. Description of the methodology employed;
6. Genetic loci subjected to DNA profiling;
7. Results and/or conclusions;
8. Quantitative or qualitative interpretation statement; and
9. Signature and identification of report author.

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