Article
Mixture interpretation: defining the relevant features for guidelines for the assessment of mixed DNA profiles in forensic casework.
Journal of forensic sciences - 1 Jul 2009
Budowle Bruce, Onorato Anthony J, Callaghan Thomas F, Della Manna Angelo, Gross Ann M, Guerrieri Richard A, Luttman Jennifer C, McClure David Lee
Abstract excerpt
Currently in the United States there is little direction for what constitutes sufficient guidelines for DNA mixture interpretation. While a standardized approach is not possible or desirable, more definition is necessary to ensure reliable interpretation of results is carried out. In addition, qualified DNA examiners should be able to review reports and understand the assumptions made by the analyst who performed...
Topics
- Alleles
- Amelogenin
- Chromosomes, Human, X
- Chromosomes, Human, Y
- DNA
- DNA Fingerprinting
- Female
- Gene Frequency
- Heterozygote
- Humans
- Male
- Models, Statistical
- Polymerase Chain Reaction
- Sex Determination Processes