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Computer storage of toxicology methods and postmortem drug determinations.

J F Lewin, L K Pannell, L F Wilkinson

    Forensic Science International
    |November 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    New Zealand toxicologists developed two databases, TOXFILE and TOXMETH, for storing postmortem drug and poison levels and analytical methods. These systems improve data management and confidentiality for toxicological case analysis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Forensic Toxicology
    • Analytical Chemistry
    • Database Management

    Background:

    • Traditional card systems for storing toxicological data were inefficient and difficult to manage.
    • A need existed for a standardized, secure, and easily retrievable system for postmortem drug and poison data and analytical methods.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and implement two comprehensive databases for toxicological information.
    • To enhance the storage, retrieval, and interpretation of postmortem drug and poison levels.
    • To document and manage analytical methods used in toxicology laboratories.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of TOXFILE database for storing analytical results from toxicological cases.
    • Creation of TOXMETH database for cataloging and managing analytical methods.

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  • Implementation of data encryption and name anonymization for enhanced security and confidentiality.

    • Main Results:

    • TOXFILE provides a superior method for storing toxicological data compared to previous card systems.
    • The databases facilitate efficient data retrieval and include references to analytical methods for result interpretation.
    • Published report (Chemistry Division Report No. CD: 2195, 1983) details programs and instructions for database use.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed TOXFILE and TOXMETH databases represent a significant advancement in toxicological data management.
    • These systems enhance data integrity, accessibility, and security in forensic toxicology.
    • The databases are available on magnetic tape for wider dissemination and use by other laboratories.