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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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DNA forensics

bloodborne pathogens

Legal services; DNA forensics

Disease-causing microorganisms that are present in blood and can cause disease in humans. Pathogens include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

boundaries

Legal services; DNA forensics

The perimeter or border surrounding potential physical evidence related to the crime.

bovine serum albumin (BSA)

Legal services; DNA forensics

Protein fraction of serum isolated from the bovine family (i.e. cow, ox, buffalo).

buckling

Legal services; DNA forensics

Buckling is a disruption of the hair shaft demonstrating itself as an abrupt change in direction with or without a slight twist. This feature may be due to genetic factors, or it may result from ...

buffer

Legal services; DNA forensics

Chemical solution that maintains a relatively constant pH even with the addition of strong acids or bases.

business record

Legal services; DNA forensics

The expert's report may constitute a record of a regularly conducted activity.

convolution

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A convolution is an abrupt rotation of the hair shaft that can occur naturally, from disease, or as a result of mechanical force.

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