DNA profiling

Question 1

describe DNA profiling?

Answer 1

• used to identify individuals based on the banding pattern of fragments of DNA
• each individual has a unique banding pattern = DNA fingerprinting

Question 2

what are the key elements of DNA profiling?

Answer 2

• restriction enzymes
• PCR
• gel electrophoresis

Question 3

what are the uses for DNA profiling?

Answer 3

• maternal + paternal identification
• determining twin type
• siblings relations
• forensic use = compare DNA