When collecting bone evidence, which container is appropriate for packaging?

• A. Paper bag
• B. Plastic bag
• C. Glass jar
• D. Cardboard box

Answer: (A)

Breathable packaging helps preserve bone evidence by allowing any residual moisture to evaporate and preventing mold or microbial growth that could alter the sample. A paper bag is preferred because it is porous, lightweight, and easy to label, keeping bones dry during transport. Plastic bags trap moisture and can promote deterioration; glass jars are heavy, fragile, and also trap moisture; cardboard boxes may not protect small fragments from movement or contamination. The goal is to maintain the bone’s condition as closely as possible during collection and transit, and breathable paper achieves that effectively.