DNA fingerprinting
the use of a DNA probe for the identification of an individual, as for the matching of genes from a forensic sample with those of a criminal suspect.
Origin of DNA fingerprinting
1- Also called genetic fingerprinting.
Other words from DNA fingerprinting
- DNA fingerprint, noun
Words Nearby DNA fingerprinting
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Scientific definitions for DNA fingerprinting
The use of a sample of DNA to determine the identity of a person within a certain probability. DNA fingerprinting is done by analyzing repeating patterns of base pairs in DNA sequences that are known to vary greatly among individuals.
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Cultural definitions for DNA fingerprinting
A technique by which the DNA of an individual can be compared with that found in a sample or another individual. It differs from DNA sequencing in that it compares only a few features of two strands of DNA.
Notes for DNA fingerprinting
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