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FDC Forensic DNA Certification VIP Practice Exam
FDC — This exam mirrors the American Board of Criminalistics (ABC) Forensic DNA (Molecular Biology) specialty certification, a 100-question written examination covering DNA biology, laboratory techniques, interpretation, statistics, quality assurance, and courtroom testimony, administered by the ABC with a ~75% passing threshold.
28
Questions
180m
Time Limit
75.00%
To Pass
Question 1 of 28👑 VIP
A forensic analyst receives a bloodstained swab from a homicide scene. The item was collected 72 hours after the incident, stored at room temperature in a plastic bag, and shows visible signs of mold growth. Before beginning extraction, which factor is MOST likely to compromise the STR profile obtained from this sample?
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