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

• NCJ Number: 128915
• Journal: Journal of Forensic Sciences Volume: 36 Issue: 2 Dated: (March 1991) Pages: 531-536
• Author(s): X Zhang; L Lan; Z Huo; B Duan; L Kobilinsky
• Date Published: 1991
• Length: 6 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Survey
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

Restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis for the purpose of individualization is now being used in casework in the People's Republic of China.

Abstract

This report describes 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 x 10 to the -12 power, which is similar to figures reported in the literature. 1 table, 3 figures, and 5 references (Author abstract)