DNA forensics

DNA forensics

The application of the science of DNA to analyze evidence involved in criminal and civil litigation.

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Thermal cycler

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An instrument used to perform the polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Telogen

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The last phase of the hair growth cycle when the hair root becomes a bulbous shaped root.

Blind testing

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In a blind test, analysts do not know they are being tested. In most forensic DNA laboratories, blind tests are not used.

Buckling

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Buckling is a disruption of the hair shaft demonstrating itself as an abrupt change in direction with or without a slight twist. This feature may be due to genetic factors, or it may result from ...

Cambridge reference sequence, revised (rCRS)

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The rCRS sequence is a modified version of the original Cambridge Reference Sequence (GenBank #J01415.0 gi:337188) of Anderson et al (1981).

Bloodborne pathogens

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Disease-causing microorganisms that are present in blood and can cause disease in humans. Pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).