DNA Profiling in Forensic Science: A Review

Abstract

DNA is present in most of the cells in our body, which is unique in each and every individual, and we leave a trail of it everywhere we go. This has become an advantage for forensic investigators who use DNA to draw conclusion in identification of victim and accused in crime scenes. This review described the use of genetic markers in forensic investigation and their limitations.

Keywords

• deoxyribonucleic acid
• polymerase chain reaction
• base pairs
• single-nucleotide polymorphism
• simple sequence repeat