Ph.D., DABFT, DABCC-TC

Crystal Benner

Laura Labay is a Forensic Toxicologist and the Director of Toxicological Services. She has been with NMS Labs for over 20 years. Laura graduated from the University of Rochester with a doctoral degree in Toxicology. She has two board certifications – one from the American Board of Forensic Toxicology and one from the American Board of Clinical Chemistry in Toxicological Chemistry. Laura was drawn to the field of toxicology through her interest in poisons and understanding their mechanisms of action. Her main job duties involve supervising the Certifying Scientists and Toxicologists that perform case reviews and interpret toxicology results for clients. Laura is a member of several professional organizations such as NAME, SOFT, AAFS, and AACC. She has recently lectured on topics such as Major Drug Categories and their Effects, Pediatric Toxicology, and Exhumation Toxicology. Laura plans to attend the PFAS Conference in June, AACC in July, and NAME in October.