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In missing person or unidentified body cases, why do I need a Family Reference Consent Collection Form?

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In missing person or unidentified body cases, why do I need a Family Reference Consent Collection Form?

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The donor of the biological comparison sample must be aware that nuclear or mitochondrial deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) may be extracted from the sample and used in the identification of a known/unknown kindred family member. In addition, if appropriate, the donor name and other relevant typing information may be placed in the Missing Persons Index of the National DNA Index System for identification and statistical analysis.