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What Is DNA Fingerprinting

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Blood stains are found at a scene of crime by the forensic team. If DNA profiling technique is to be used for identification of the criminal, which of the following is ideal for use?

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Leucocytes

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Platelets

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Serum

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Erythrocytes

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Solution

The correct option is A
Leucocytes

Leucocytes contain the nucleus and hence chromosomes for DNA fingerprinting can be obtained from them.

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