Journal Published Online: 01 March 1991
Volume 36, Issue 2

Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism Analysis of Forensic Science Casework in the People's Republic of China

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis for the purpose of individualization is now being used in casework in the People's Republic of China. This report deseribes the use of the multilocus minisatellite probe 33.15 to solve three cases, including two homicides and a rape. In the third case, fetal tissue was analyzed to prove that the alleged rapist was, in fact, the father. In each case, analysis of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) resulted in a positive match. The probability of chance association of the DNA fingerprint was calculated as 5.6 × 10−12, which is similar to the figures reported in the literature.

Author Information

Zhang, X-W
Beijing Forensic Science Institute, Beijing, People's Republic of China
Lan, L
Beijing Forensic Science Institute, Beijing, People's Republic of China
Huo, Z-Y
Beijing Forensic Science Institute, Beijing, People's Republic of China
Duan, B-Z
Beijing Forensic Science Institute, Beijing, People's Republic of China
Kobilinsky, L
Graduate School and University Center, City University of New York, New York, NY
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Stock #: JFS13054J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS13054J