NMS Labs

"Science in the Pursuit of Truth" We are a top quality expert in forensic and clinical lab testing, leading the way in excellence and innovation.

For more than 40 years, NMS Labs has been setting the standard for excellence in clinical toxicology and forensic testing—responding to the needs of healthcare providers, medical researchers, coroners, and the criminal justice system with state-of-the-art tests that other labs don’t or can’t provide. A national reference laboratory, NMS Labs is unsurpassed in its scope of tests, accuracy of result...s, client service, scientific expertise, and innovation in the areas of:
• Forensic toxicology and criminalistics
• Clinical toxicology and esoteric testing
• Clinical research support
• Expert consultative services
At our state-of-the-art headquarters which includes clinical, forensic and research facilities, our dedicated and secure crime laboratory, and a staff of more than 200 highly trained professionals, NMS Labs successfully handles the needs of over 2,000 clients worldwide each year. Whether you require standardized or one-of-a-kind testing, NMS Labs consistently provides timely and authoritative results, capable of withstanding the most challenging judicial and scientific review. Our 66,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art headquarters—which includes clinical, forensic and research facilities—and our dedicated and secure crime laboratory, all provide the finest testing services available. As the lab that other labs turn to for outsourced testing services, NMS Labs capabilities are recognized worldwide for:
• Scope of testing
• Accuracy of results
• Scientific expertise and innovation
• Customer service and support
• Expert services and consultation
Expertise for a Broad Spectrum of Clients - NMS Labs provides services and capabilities to meet the needs of:
• Reference laboratories
• Hospital core and regional laboratories
• Clinical research organizations (CROs)
• Medical examiners and coroners
• Law enforcement agencies
• Corporations
• University researchers
• Government agencies
• Attorneys
• Pharmaceutical and medical device firms
• Courts of law

02/26/2026

NMS Labs looks forward to attending the IACME Inaugural Spring Conference in Minneapolis, MN!

As the leading provider of postmortem and esoteric toxicology tests and services, we recognize the critical role toxicology plays in supporting the work of coroners and medical examiners. Stop by the NMS Labs booth to connect and learn more about how NMS Labs can support your office with comprehensive testing, expert consultation, and responsive service.

Learn more about our work with death investigators here: https://okt.to/EXsFUZ

Will we see you there?

02/24/2026

A reminder to register for the upcoming webinar “Early Warning Science: Drug Positivity Trends in 2025 and Beyond;” it is a forensic toxicology webinar presented by NMS Labs. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, and every registrant will receive access to the recording. Click the link to register: https://okt.to/HLbfZh

02/17/2026

Thank you for a great AAFS 2026!

NMS Labs was proud to connect with colleagues, share research and experience the week leading up to Mardi Gras at the 78th Annual Conference of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences in New Orleans, LA.

We were especially honored to recognize Barry Logan, recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Fellow Award, and Donna Papsun, recipient of the Ray Abernethy Award for Outstanding Forensic Toxicology Practitioner, for their contributions to the field.

Thank you to everyone who attended presentations from NMS Labs toxicologists and stopped by our booth to learn more about how NMS Labs supports the forensic science community.

Access presentations from NMS Labs toxicologists here: https://okt.to/Khg5aA

02/11/2026

Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science

We celebrate the achievements of women and girls in science, past, present, and future, and recognize their essential contributions to research, innovation, and discovery across the globe.

At NMS Labs, we are proud to support and uplift the work of women in forensic and clinical toxicology. By fostering a culture of inclusion and opportunity, we continue to build a stronger and more innovative future in science.

02/05/2026

NMS Labs at AAFS 2026 | New Orleans, LA

NMS Labs looks forward to attending the 78th Annual Conference of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences in New Orleans. As AAFS 2026 brings forensic science back to basics, stop by the NMS Labs booth to connect with our team and learn more about our forensic toxicology services.

Make plans to attend featured presentations from NMS Labs staff and join us in recognizing Barry Logan, recipient of the 2026 Distinguished Fellow Award, and Donna Papsun, recipient of the Ray Abernethy Award for Outstanding Forensic Toxicology Practitioner.

Click here to learn more about who we serve: https://okt.to/3QUADh

Will we see you there?

02/03/2026

We are proud to share that the Journal of Forensic Sciences article, “Drug-facilitated crime: A review of findings between 2019 and 2023,” has been selected as a JFS 2025 Noteworthy Article by the JFS Associate Editors and Editor-in-Chief. It will be among those promoted at the AAFS 2026 Annual Scientific Conference in New Orleans next week. You can read it now here: https://okt.to/1F4gUf

For more about Drug Facilitated Crime and why utilizing a DFC scope can be valuable, be sure to watch “Inside Today’s Drug-Facilitated Crimes: Trends You Need to Know” https://okt.to/vVM38H

01/28/2026

Registration is now open for "Early Warning Science: Drug Positivity Trends in 2025 and Beyond;” it is a free forensic toxicology webinar presented by NMS Labs. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, and every registrant will receive access to the recording. Click the link to register: https://okt.to/4qnkQw

01/26/2026

This week, we recognize Medicolegal Death Investigation Professionals and extend our sincere thanks to the coroners, medical examiners, forensic pathologists, and all those who serve in this vital field.

These dedicated professionals play a crucial role in protecting public health and advancing justice through their work. At NMS Labs, we are proud to support their efforts with a comprehensive range of postmortem toxicology testing solutions that provide the critical insights needed to answer complex questions surrounding cause and manner of death.

Learn more about how we support medicolegal death investigators: https://okt.to/gx15v7

01/23/2026

There is still time to register for the CFSRE’s Current Trends in Seized Drug Analysis Symposium, starting on January 26. This year’s theme, “Drugs Today and Drugs Tomorrow”, will focus on seized drug analysis, emerging substances, and advances in analytical techniques, including AI and machine learning.

Register here: https://ow.ly/i3BU50XT2x2

There are still spots for this year's Current Trends in Seized Drug Analysis Symposium starting on January 26th! https://ow.ly/6yyZ50XT2x4

This year’s symposium focuses on drugs today, and drugs tomorrow. In other words, what are the drug analysis problems we face today and what emerging threats are we likely to see? Followed by, how will Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) or novel techniques improve drug analysis?

Monday - Global Trends: We begin the week by discussing the current global trends seen for drugs and novel psychoactive substances (NPS), touching on predictions of what drugs are coming next.
Tuesday - SWGDRUG: The Scientific Working Group for the Analysis of Seized Drugs (SWGDRUG) will give presentations covering statistical sampling methods, forensic drugs testing procedures and the rise of semi-synthetic drugs.
Wednesday - Clandestine Laboratories: In previous years, audience feedback has asked for more insight to clandestine laboratories and frontline operations. This year we bring a diverse agenda covering cannabis extraction, semi-synthetic cannabinoids, and two customs cases including complex co***ne analysis.
Thursday - AI/ML: The penultimate day brings the application of AI/ML to a range of analysis tools from field portable techniques to the laboratory and even wastewater.
Friday - Novel Techniques: Closing the week with tradition, we will have presentations on the most recent analytical developments that will have an impact on drugs analysis.
Don’t forget to check out the Poster Session and the award for the student poster award (Thurs) presented by CFSRE!

01/21/2026

A reminder to register for the upcoming webinar “From Leaf to Lab: Kratom-Related Deaths in an Evolving Alkaloid Landscape;” it is a forensic toxicology webinar presented by NMS Labs. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, and every registrant will receive access to the recording. Click the link to register: https://okt.to/mtC5fT

01/15/2026

We're still energized by everything our toxicologists brought to 2025, and excited to carry that momentum into the year ahead.

From presentations to poster sessions, our team spent 2025 advancing both clinical and forensic toxicology through research, collaboration, and education. Our toxicologists shared insights that support clinicians, investigators, and laboratories in navigating an evolving toxicology landscape.

A few highlights our team was proud to contribute in 2025:
✅ "Medetomidine: A Rising Toxic Adulterant in Illicit Drugs"
✅ "Drug-facilitated crime: A review of findings between 2019 and 2023"
✅ "Can 4-ANPP Concentrations Differentiate Illicit from Licit Fentanyl?"
✅ "New and Emerging “Nitazene” Analogues Appearing in Medicolegal Death Investigations"
✅"Prevalence of Xylazine in Umbilical Cord Tissue, October 2023-September 2024"

And that’s just a snapshot of the work shared throughout the year.
Explore our collection of 2025 publications, posters, presentations, and other educational resources: https://okt.to/EVBreO

Looking ahead, we’re excited for another impactful year in 2026!

01/06/2026

Registration is now open for “From Leaf to Lab: Kratom-Related Deaths in an Evolving Alkaloid Landscape;” it is a free forensic toxicology webinar presented by NMS Labs. All attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, and every registrant will receive access to the recording. Click the link to register: https://okt.to/ehEl76

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