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DNA forensics

The application of the science of DNA to analyze evidence involved in criminal and civil litigation.

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supernatant

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Liquid portion remaining after centrifugation or precipitation of a sample.

tannic acid

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A naturally occurring compound used for tanning animal hides into leather. A known PCR inhibitor.

taq polymerase

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A heat-stable DNA polymerase isolated from the bacterium Thermus aquaticus, used in PCR.

TE buffer

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A commonly used buffer in Molecular Biology, especially in procedures involving DNA. It is called "TE" buffer because it contains Tris and EDTA.

telogen

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The last phase of the hair growth cycle when the hair root becomes a bulbous shaped root.

terminal hair

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Long, coarse, generally pigmented hairs, sometimes with medullation, representing the final state of differentiation of human hair. (cf. vellus, lanugo)

testing

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A means of analysis, examination or diagnosis.

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