The visitors whom personally contacted me and or visit this website come from all walks of life and these include: students, legal personnel, scientist, journalist and individuals with a specific problem. Of these, a large number of visitors are primarily concerned with errors associated with DNA typing and a smaller number are particularly interested in the beneficial aspects of DNA profiling from a personal perspective. Certain information can be found from FAQ or the glossary pages on this website. Nevertheless, the book “Errors, Systematic Errors & DNA” contains essential information that can assist you in answering some of your questions. The book can be purchased from this website.
What are the causes of false positives?
Read chapter 4 for a detailed explanation of false positives.
What are the factors that cause DNA to decompose?
Generalised and specialised circumstances in which causes DNA to decompose can be found in chapter 1 & 5.
Which takes precedent in court hearing concerning paternity, vasectomy or DNA typing?
This can vary, but an illustrated example is mentioned in chapter 1.
What is the difference between DNA profiling and DNA fingerprinting?
Although there is a small difference, this information can be found in chapter 1
How can I defend my client DNA profile?
This depends on the client circumstances but essential information can be found from chapter 6 and appendices 5 and 6. Some additional information may be required.
How can I support my client, whom claims there is possible DNA mistyping?
Chapter 5 contains some useful information
What is LCN DNA?
A full detailed explanation is given in chapter 2 (includes a summary table)
What is the meaning of the term homozygote?
An explanation is given in chapter 2 and this is reinforced in the glossary section
I need detailed information concerning Sean Hoey case?
Read chapter 5 for a complete analysis of Sean Hoey case
What are systematic errors of PCR DNA?
An explanation of PCR can be found in chapter 2 and associated errors in chapter 5.
I am concerned that the ABO blood grouping is not as accurate as DNA profiling? Where can I find further information?
Read the blog page on this website and chapter 1, which highlights the limitation of ABO blood grouping used for identification purposes
