CHIMIA (Mar 2002)
Forensic DNA Analysis
Abstract
Currently the method of choice in the field of forensic identity is the use of commercially available kits allowing the simultaneous analysis of several STRs in a single multiplex reaction. Several other technologies, like the sequencing of mitochondrial DNA and typing of markers on the Y chromosome are providing forensic DNA laboratories with a new arsenal of weapons that may be used in the field of human identification. Switzerland has implemented a forensic DNA database with already remarkable results.
Keywords