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Forensic Toxicology Services

The Rwanda Forensic Institute (RFI) provides forensic toxicology services to detect, identify, and interpret drugs, alcohol, poisons, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and other toxic substances in biological samples. Our analyses support criminal investigations, medico-legal cases, public health, private individuals and institutions, workplace safety, and judicial proceedings.

Using state-of-the-art analytical technologies and internationally accepted forensic standards, our scientists deliver accurate, reliable, and legally defensible toxicological evidence.

Post-Mortem Toxicology

Detection and interpretation of drugs, alcohol, poisons, and toxic substances in biological specimens to assist in determining the role of toxic agents in death investigations.

Human Performance Toxicology

Assessment of alcohol, drugs, and other impairing substances in drivers, workers, and other individuals where impairment is relevant to legal or administrative proceedings.

Drugs of Abuse Testing

Identification and confirmation of illicit drugs, prescription medications, and novel psychoactive substances in biological specimens.

Clinical and Medico-Legal Toxicology

Scientific analysis to support poisoning investigations, suspected overdoses, adverse drug events, and other medico-legal cases.

Chemical and Poison Identification

Analysis of suspected poisons, toxic chemicals, pesticides, industrial chemicals, and unknown substances recovered during investigations.

Alcohol Testing

Quantitative determination of ethanol and other alcohols in blood and other biological samples for forensic and legal purposes.

Expert Interpretation

Preparation of comprehensive forensic toxicology reports and expert witness testimony to assist courts and investigative authorities.

Who Can Request Our Services?

RFI provides forensic toxicology services to:

Law enforcement agencies 

Prosecution authorities 

Courts of law 

Government institutions 

Healthcare facilities 

Occupational health and regulatory authorities 

International partner agencies through authorized cooperation 

Individuals and private companies where permitted by law 

Our Commitment to Quality

All forensic toxicology examinations are performed using validated analytical methods, rigorous quality assurance procedures, and secure chain-of-custody practices. RFI is committed to producing scientifically robust, impartial, and legally defensible results that meet international forensic standards.

Why Choose RFI’s Toxicology Services?

Highly qualified forensic toxicologists 

Advanced analytical instrumentation 

Accurate detection of drugs, alcohol, poisons, and chemicals 

Secure evidence handling and chain of custody 

Independent and impartial scientific reporting 

Commitment to international quality standards 

RFI - Advancing Justice Through Science

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