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单词 dna fingerprinting
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DNA fingerprinting

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noun

the use of a DNA probe for the identification of an individual, as for the matching of genes from a forensic sample with those of a criminal suspect.
Also called genetic fingerprinting.

Origin of DNA fingerprinting

First recorded in 1985–90

OTHER WORDS FROM DNA fingerprinting

DNA fingerprint, noun

Words nearby DNA fingerprinting

dn., DNA, DNAase, DNA chip, DNA fingerprint, DNA fingerprinting, DNA helix, DNA methylation, DNA microarray, DNA polymerase, DNA polymorphism
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Cultural definitions for DNA fingerprinting

DNA fingerprinting

A technique by which the DNA of an individual can be compared with that found in a sample or another individual. It differs from DNA sequencing in that it compares only a few features of two strands of DNA.

notes for DNA fingerprinting

DNA fingerprinting is accepted as evidence in criminal trials, as well as in courts for establishing paternity and in identifying remains.
The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition Copyright © 2005 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Medical definitions for DNA fingerprinting

DNA fingerprinting

n.

A method used to identify multilocus DNA banding patterns that are specific to an individual by exposing a sample of the person's DNA to molecular probes and various analytical techniques such as Southern blot analysis. DNA fingerprinting is often used to provide evidence in criminal law cases.genetic fingerprinting
The American Heritage® Stedman's Medical Dictionary Copyright © 2002, 2001, 1995 by Houghton Mifflin Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Company.

Scientific definitions for DNA fingerprinting

DNA fingerprinting

The use of a sample of DNA to determine the identity of a person within a certain probability. DNA fingerprinting is done by analyzing repeating patterns of base pairs in DNA sequences that are known to vary greatly among individuals.
The American Heritage® Science Dictionary Copyright © 2011. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.
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