The Chemistry Involved in DNA Tests

by Mark Goldstein
(San Diego, CA, USA)

Photo Credit: Kevin Dooley

Photo Credit: Kevin Dooley

What lab equipment is used and what chemicals are used and how do they combine to yield a DNA fingerprint? Can you describe and show the step by step procedure for each test?

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