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We identified two mRNA markers, UTS2 and UGT2B17, showing stable gene expression differences between Caucasian and Chinese populations in both cell lines and blood. These markers have potential applications in forensic science for population identification.

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  • Genomics
  • Population Genetics
  • Molecular Biology

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  • Significant differences in gene expression exist across human populations.
  • Previous studies often lacked validation in primary biological samples.
  • Identifying population-specific mRNA markers is crucial for understanding human genetic variation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify mRNA markers with stable, significant gene expression differences between Caucasian and Chinese populations.
  • To validate these markers in both B-lymphocyte cell lines and primary peripheral blood samples.
  • To assess the potential forensic applications of population-specific gene expression markers.

Main Methods:

  • Illumina expression microarray analysis for preliminary transcript selection.
  • Two-step validation using TLDA cards and primary blood samples.
  • Statistical analysis to confirm discriminatory potential of identified markers.

Main Results:

  • Twenty population-differentiating transcripts were initially identified (1.5-fold change, FDR < 0.05).
  • Three transcripts (UTS2, UGT2B17, SLC7A7) were validated in cell lines.
  • UTS2, UGT2B17 showed population-specific expression differences in both cell lines and primary blood.

Conclusions:

  • Inter-population gene expression differences were confirmed in both cell lines and peripheral blood.
  • UTS2 and UGT2B17 serve as validated mRNA markers for population differentiation.
  • These markers hold practical potential for forensic science in separating mixed-population blood samples.