Contact the Veterinary Genetics Laboratory at (530) 752-2211 or email VGL Forensics to discuss your case. A sample submission form must accompany each sample; multiple samples require multiple forms. Government agencies can submit a W-9 if they prefer to be invoiced. Private individuals may pay by cash, check, or credit card at the time of submission.

Clearly identify all samples with item description, date collected, and person collecting the sample. Dry samples should be maintained at room temperature, kept away from direct sunlight, and stored in a paper envelope or bag. Wet samples should be tightly sealed and frozen. When shipping refrigerated or frozen samples, triple wrap the item to prevent leakage, and include a cold pack.

We recommend that samples be shipped overnight via UPS or FedEx. The laboratory is closed weekends. Please take this into consideration when shipping your samples. Package exteriors must be clearly marked “Forensic DNA Testing” to assure proper handling procedures once they arrive at the laboratory.

Veterinary Genetics Laboratory
Forensic DNA Testing
980 Old Davis Road
University of California
Davis, CA 95616

Telephone: 530-752-2211

Please provide your shipping account number on the submission form to expedite sample return. We do not have the facility to store evidence indefinitely. Samples not returned will be destroyed or used for research and teaching.