Bioengineering And Biotechnology

Question 1

Forensic biotechnology

Answer 1

Uses genetic studies and testing to establish identity or determine relatedness between two individuals. No two people have the same DNA sequence (exception of identical twins).

Question 2

Genetic profiling (DNA fingerprinting)

Answer 2

A technique that allows for the unambiguous identification of people based on differences in the STRs.

Question 3

Steps of genetic profiling

Answer 3

1. Take sample
2. Amplify STRs with PCR to run gel
3. Run gel electrophoresis and look for fragment pattern match.