Y-Chromosome Flashcards
1
Q
Haplotype
A
set of alleles that are inherited together
replaces DNA profile- loci are linked
2
Q
2 main types of markers
A
Y-STRs
Y-SNPs
3
Q
Y-STRs
A
oer 400 identified
working group:
9 loci, 2 extras (if wanted), available in commercial kits
4
Q
Forensic application
A
mixed samples- differentiate when the male component is small, helpful for identifying number of semen donors
mass disaster/missing persons
anthropological/historical/genealogical questions
