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1: The examiner receives and reviews the facts surrounding the case.
2: The examiner explains the test process to the subject.
3. The examiner conducts an extensive interview with the subject regarding the case.
4: The examiner designs the specific test questions and reads each question to the subject to make sure each one is easily understood.
5: The test subject is attached to the polygraph instrument and given additional instructions.
6: The questions are read to the subject several times while he/she is attached to the polygraph sensors.
7: After all charts (polygrams) have been run, the examiner analyzes the charts and develops a numerical score for the test. This score results in a conclusion of either truthful, deceptive or inconclusive.
8: Test results can take up to a week.
9. A written report may be requested at no additional charge.

NOTE: Polygraph exams are conducted in private with no other persons permitted in the examination room during the test (other than possibly an interpreter).
NOTE: The average polygraph exam takes from one to three hours to complete.