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In forensic study, DNA fingerprinting processes used to determine whether or not an individual is the parent of a child by
Correct Answer
Option A is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
VNTR (Variable Number Tandem Repeat) loci analysis is a DNA fingerprinting technique used in parentage determination. It analyzes regions of the genome where short DNA sequences are repeated in tandem, and the number of repeats varies among individuals. RFLP (Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism) is an earlier method also used for fingerprinting. For parentage testing, analysis of highly polymorphic VNTR or STR (Short Tandem Repeat) loci is standard. Degenerate oligonucleotides are used in PCR for related sequences; cDNA analysis is for expressed genes.
Hint
This technique analyzes highly variable repetitive DNA regions that are inherited in a Mendelian fashion.