100222010 FORENSIC GENETICS ( 2 Crd.Hrs )

Pre-Requisites : 100212210

In an analytical and interpretative forensic perspective of DNA-based evidence, forensic genetics essentials start from collecting and storage of biological elements from crime scene and finish by presenting forensic evidence. This course includes DNA extraction from various sources (e.g. buccal, hair, semen, blood and urine DNA), qualification, quantification. Amplification of DNA (PCR) and applications. STRs techniques and applications, kinship (e.g. paternity) test, SNPs techniques and applications and gender identification. Taking into consideration using appropriate +ve and –ve controls. Altogether, all these items are considered in a DNA fingerprinting and forensic profiling perspective with statistically based calculations of profile matching and error probalities to finally critically-presenting an evidence-based judgment.