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The '''DNA slot''' is a means of identification used by the [[Covenant]]. The DNA slot consists of a rectangular black box standing about five [[unit]]s high. Green light sprays out of a slot on the structure's side where an individual is supposed to place their hand. When this is done, the machine samples their tissue and compares its DNA with that on file.<ref name="HTFC3">''[[Halo: The Flood]]'', Chapter 3</ref>

They are seldom used except in formal meetings between [[Sangheili]] and [[San'Shyuum|Prophets]] or other members of the [[High Council]] as to prevent any assassination attempts. When they are used, they are often guarded by a squad of [[Special Operations Sangheili]] who also must be presented with an [[identity disk]] before they are granted passage.<ref name="HTFC3"/>