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genetic fingerprinting |
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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 Lake Charles police investigated, and as part of their investigation, they collected blood samples for DNA testing. The DNA analysis is available through Select Sires, which earlier this year announced an exclusive joint marketing agreement with Merial to provide DNA testing for North American cattle producers. An innovative DNA testing service called IGENITY from Merial, Duluth, Ga. |
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