Bucks County is set to receive a rapid toxicology analyzer device, which will be the fourth in the nation to have this cutting-edge technology. The approval for this device was granted during a meeting held by the County Commissioners after Bucks County Coroner Patti Campi presented the details of the technology to them.
The device will be particularly beneficial in cases of overdose deaths, as it will expedite the process of obtaining toxicology test results, providing families with closure much faster. With Bucks County reporting 300 overdose deaths in the last two years, placing a significant strain on their budget due to the resources required for autopsies, this technology is crucial.
The funding for this device will come from Bucks County’s $45 million allotment from the national opioid lawsuit settlement. The device is expected to arrive within 4-6 weeks, during which time Campi plans to collaborate with the Bucks County District Attorney’s Office on its implementation. Apart from the swift availability of toxicology results, Campi also highlighted other advantages of the technology such as reducing the need for autopsies, saving money that can be used to hire additional staff, and facilitating targeted action against deadly drugs in the community.
Overall, Campi emphasized that this technology will be a game-changer for the coroner’s office, allowing for more efficient and effective processing of cases involving toxicology tests. By providing faster results and streamlining the autopsy process, this device is expected to have a significant impact on the operations of the Bucks County coroner’s office, ultimately benefiting both the staff and