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Laboratory Report Outline: Paternity Case

M. Villani

Introduction
1. Explain what is meant by RFLP.
2. Explain the RFLP procedure used during this investigation.
3. Explain why each of the following was used during the investigation:
a. restriction enzyme
b. probe
c. gel
d. electrical current
e. standard

Problem: Who fathered Mrs. X's child?

Results: Make a labeled drawing of your results.

Analysis: 1. Explain your results in relation to the problem.

Conclusion
1. Why was an RFLP analysis conducted in this investigation rather than a PCR
analysis? 
2. Explain how RFLP, PCR and mitochondrial DNA studies can 
help criminalists solve crime. 
3. What guidelines are used to determines the admissibility of 
DNA evidence in court?
4. How is DNA evidence used in court?  


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