Development of DNA markers for the identification of individuals in the Sri Lankan human population and its applications in forensic casework

Abstract

DNA typing for the identification of criminals is seen as one of the greatest technical advancements in criminal investigations. In DNA typing, the DNA itself is analysed, which means that a person’s genetic makeup can be determined directly, rather than indirectly through gene products as was required by earlier methods such as blood group analysis. DNA typing is capable of identifying individuals and determining relationships between individuals with a high degree of sensitivity, accuracy and efficiency. The overall objective of this study was to facilitate the use of DNA typing for the identification of individuals in the human population of Sri Lanka, with the intention of applying it to forensic casework in Sri Lanka. …