A gonosomal marker multiplex to aid in mixture interpretation

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NCJ Number
255720
Journal
Forensic Science International: Genetics Volume: 25 Dated: November 2016 Pages: 39-44
Author(s)
TONI M. DIEGOLI
ADRIAN LINACRE
MICHAEL D. COBLE
Date Published
2013
Length
0 pages
Abstract

Mixture interpretation is an important part of the forensic scientist's role in evaluating evidence from a crime scene, where mixed specimens can be common. To this end, a mixture multiplex has been created that combines markers from both the X and the Y chromosomes in an attempt to aid in the interpretation of such mixtures, providing clues as to the sex and number of contributors. By maximizing the information gained, the direction of further testing could potentially be influenced and optimized. (Publisher abstract provided.)

Grant Number(s)
2011-DN-BX-K401
Agencies
NIJ-Sponsored
Publication Type
Research (Applied/Empirical)
Award
Characterization of X Chromosomal Short Tandem Repeat Markers for Forensic Use
Date Published: January 1, 2013

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