When it is needed
When there are substantive doubts about a report on kinship or identification of biological material.
What we examine
- Complete report with the examination section.
- Information about collection and transfer of objects.
- Tables, calculations and appendices needed for checking.
Materials to prepare
- List of disputed conclusions and questions.
- Complete report after sensitive data transfer arrangements have been agreed.
- Documents on objects and comparison samples.
- Available appendices, calculation information and the provider's responses to clarifications.
Sample questions
- Does the examination scope correspond to the questions posed?
- Can the connection between objects and the profiles examined be traced?
- Are methods and control procedures described sufficiently?
- Are the hypotheses compared and statistical assumptions justified?
- Do the conclusions exceed the information provided by the data obtained?
How the work is carried out
- Check material contents and whether the document is sufficient for review.
- Have an appropriate specialist analyse methods, interpretation and calculation grounds.
- Document significant comments, stating their effect on conclusions.
Result
A review with reasoned comments or a conclusion that no significant grounds for objections were found within the materials provided.
What affects the conclusions
A review does not replace laboratory examination or guarantee reversal or modification of the original conclusion. Missing necessary appendices may limit the check's scope.
Frequently asked questions
Does a review require specialist genetic knowledge?
Yes. Substantive assessment of methods and interpretation is performed by a specialist in the relevant field; simply reading the final answers is insufficient.
Should biological material be sent?
It is not needed for a documentary review. If a new examination is required, its task and object collection procedure are agreed separately.