Division's Function
The Forensic Science Analysis Centre, a nationally recognized leader in the forensic science community, provides independent and impartial forensic science services to both government agencies and to the private sector. In the Forensic Science Analysis Centre, there are several Divisions:
These services are available in the Headquarters and all the State/Branch Laboratories of Kimia Malaysia, except for :
- DNA analysis is available in the Headquarters Petaling Jaya, Johor State Laboratory, Penang State Laboratory, Sarawak State Laboratory and Sabah State Laboratory.
- Document Examination services are available in the Headquarters Petaling Jaya, Sabah State Laboratory and Penang State Laboratory.
In addition to the above, the center also provides other scientific support services including, expert opinions, lectures and training to :
- Law enforcement agencies.
- The Attorney General’s Chambers.
- Fellows under the UNODC training program.
- Undergraduates/postgraduates of forensic science courses Overseas scientist.
Objectives of the Forensic Science Analysis Centre :
- To provide “state of the art” forensic science services to law enforcement agencies and the criminal justice community.
- To ensure all examinations and analyses are technically correct and this applies not only to laboratory work, but also to written reports, scene investigations and court testimonies.
Instruments and Facilities Available in KIMA Malaysia :
KIMIA Malaysia uses state of the art scientific instruments and the latest techniques to facilitate accurate and precise analysis of casework samples. These include:
- An Integrated multi-function Document Examination System comprising a video spectral comparison and Raman Spectrometer.
- Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) for the screening of drugs of abuse.
- Gas Chromatographs with various specific detectors.
- Remedi HS Profiling system for the screening of drugs in urine.High Performance Liquid Chromatographs (HPLC) with photodiode array detector.
- Gas Chromatographs with mass selective detectors (GCMS).
- CO-oximeter for the analysis of carbon monoxide in blood.
- Fourier Transform Infra-Red (FTIR)-microscope
- Automated High Power Microscope
- Genetic Analyzer for DNA analysis
The Forensic Science Analysis Centre has been internationally accredited since 2005. Currently, the forensic testing under the disciplines of Biology, Document Examination, Fire Debris and Explosives, Firearms and Toolmarks, Materials (Trace), Seized Drugs and Toxicology is accredited under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Forensic Science Testing program.
KIMIA Malaysia strive in ensuring that the quality of our services are at par with international laboratories.
Visit ANSI National Accreditation Board at : https://anab.ansi.org/
Flow-Chart Application Of Certified True Copy (CTC)
Procedure For Obtaining A Certified True Copy of KIMIA Malaysia’s Chemist Report
Contact:
Senior Director,
Forensic Science Analysis Centre,
Department of Chemistry , Malaysia,
Jalan Sultan,
46661 Petaling Jaya
Selangor.
Tel:+603-7985 3871
Fax: +603-7958 3092/+603 7955 6764