Exhibit 1: The Direct PCR Process

The direct PCR process: types of samples, collection and sampling methods, direct PCR in the thermocycler (for DNA amplification), capillary electrophoresis (CE) for DNA profiling, and analysis results.

Description

This images is Exhibit 1 in the article Improving Analysis of “Trace DNA” Evidence.

Biological sample
- Blood
- Tissue
- Saliva
- Nails
- Semen
- Hair
- Touch
- Cigarette butt
Collection/sampling
- Swab
- Cut
- Punch
- Tape
Direct PCR
Capillary electrophoresis
Analysis