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DNA typing of human dandruff.
Journal of forensic sciences - 1 May 1998
Herber B, Herold K
Abstract excerpt
Dandruff particles contain a considerable portion of nucleated cells within the aggregates of nuclei-free corneocytes. The nuclei could be partially degraded due to epidermal differentiation processes. To test the suitability of DNA from dandruff for forensic application, a study of 35 subjects and two crime cases has been carried out using different STR polymorphisms. In 90% of the samples DNA genotyping could...
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