DNA Finger Printing and Allied Techniques in Forensic Studies

Forensic analysis deals with DNA extracted from samples in a crime scene, such as from a dried blood stain and using it to analyse the particular evidences for linking them to the possible suspects. How the major problems of DNA fragmentation and DNA degradation are overcome form the major crux of the paper. It covers majority of the techniques used worldwide. Recent high profile court cases have put the spotlight on DNA forensics and created the impression that there is a lack of agreement among the experts on the reliability of this evidence. Hence this review shall try to highlight the importance of DNA fingerprinting and allied techniques in forensic studies.