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genetic fingerprinting [jə¦ned·ik ′fiŋ·gər‚print·iŋ] (forensic science) A forensic identification technique that enables virtually 100% discrimination between individuals from small samples of blood or semen, using probes for hypervariable minisatellite deoxyribonucleic acid. Also known as DNA fingerprinting. (cell and molecular biology) Identification of chemical entities in animal tissues as indicative of the presence of specific genes. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The Post also developed a multimedia presentation of the issue on their Web site, featuring explanations of DNA evidence, video interviews with inmates, and an interactive timeline of the history of DNA case law and criminal policy. DNA evidence obtained from a crime scene often can identify an animal involved in an attack on a human or another animal. The DNA evidence doesn't have enough detail to say much about the date of domestication within the Near East, says Driscoll. |
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