DNA Fingerprinting and Its Application in Forensic Science

Terence L T Lau*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

DNA fingerprinting is a technique used to establish the genetic relationship between two individuals through examination of their DNA profiles. It is a valuable identification tool since DNA is the genetic material that we inherit from our parents and is unique to each person. Interestingly, the same DNA materials are found in every cell in our body. This important characteristic makes DNA fingerprinting a widely used method in forensic science as it allows one to determine the relationship between a suspect and the DNA obtained from a crime scene.
Original languageEnglish
JournalThe Law Gazette
Publication statusPublished - Nov 2005

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