Year : 2016

Volume : Volume 6

Issue : Issue 2

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Mahima Dua
mahima.dua@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  There are few scientific approaches to human identification that are more effective than a welltrained forensic dentist armed with a set of high-quality dental records and radiographs. Forensic science has embraced the use of DNA molecular biology tools for diagnostic purposes more than any other scientific field.by uncovering the code that exists within a biological sample, we have a quantifiable and unique basis for individualization. Because of the generational constancy of the mt DNA genome, a reference from a living individual today can be used to help identify a maternal relative missing from decades earlier. Now oral fluids have become "informative fluids" that can be used for diagnostic purpose the management of drug therapy, and a number of forensic applications. Indeed, it is incumbent on the forensic scientist to be vigilant and embrace new technologies that will benefit society by their ability to analyze more challenging samples in an effort to continue to exonerate the innocent, to enhance abilities to solve crime, and to identify missing persons. With this new technology comes an increased risk to personal privacy that actually crosses generations, as well as the fear of genetic discrimination in employment and insurance sectors.

Keywords: Forensic, molecular biology, PCR, automation, whole blood analysis.