FBI Laboratory Eliminates DNA-Processing Backlog
· Texas Border Business
The FBI Laboratory's Federal DNA Database Unit (FDDU) has successfully eliminated a significant backlog of DNA samples, reducing it from approximately 1.81 million to zero by August 2026. This backlog was exacerbated by a federal regulation change in 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic, which increased the monthly intake to 180,000 samples. The FDDU implemented strategic internal partnerships and optimized workflows to address the issue, allowing them to process samples efficiently. Moving forward, the team plans to utilize rapid DNA technology to enhance processing speed and adaptability for future challenges.
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