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Optimizing Analytical Thresholds for Low-Template DNA Analysis: Insights from Multi-Laboratory Negative Controls.

Dezhi Chen¹, Mengyu Tan¹, Jiaming Xue¹

¹Department of Forensic Genetics, West China School of Basic Medical Sciences and Forensic Medicine, Sichuan University, Chengdu 610041, China.

|January 23, 2024

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Optimizing the analytical threshold (AT) using baseline signals in forensic DNA analysis enhances data quality. This study explored factors affecting baseline signals and developed a tool for real-time AT adjustments, improving accuracy for low-template DNA samples.

Keywords:

analytical threshold capillary electrophoresis forensic genetic analysis low-template DNA negative control short tandem repeats

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Area of Science:

Forensic Science
Genetics
Analytical Chemistry

Background:

Analyzing low-template DNA (ltDNA) presents challenges in maximizing genetic information while minimizing noise.
The analytical threshold (AT) is crucial for distinguishing true signals from background noise in forensic DNA analysis.
Baseline signal distribution in electrophoresis offers a potential method for calculating an optimal AT.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the impact of various factors (reagent kits, testing quarters, environmental conditions, amplification cycles) on baseline signals in ltDNA analysis.
To evaluate the efficiency of using baseline signals for calculating optimal ATs compared to existing methods.
To develop a practical tool for real-time AT adjustment based on negative control profiles.

Main Methods:

Analysis of historical records and experimental data on ltDNA samples.
Investigation of factors influencing baseline signal patterns, including reagent kits, environmental conditions, and amplification cycles.
Comparative analysis of published AT calculation methods and development of a user-friendly program for real-time analysis.

Main Results:

Variations in reagent kits, testing quarters, environmental conditions, and amplification cycles significantly affect baseline signal patterns.
Utilizing baseline signals for AT calculation enhances forensic genetic analysis, particularly for samples not extremely low in template or with high amplification cycles.
A user-friendly program was developed for real-time AT adjustments based on negative control profiles.

Conclusions:

Routine instrument maintenance and reagent replacement are critical as they can influence baseline signals.
Prompt analysis of baseline status and tailored AT adjustments are recommended for specific laboratory conditions.
The study provides practical recommendations for optimizing ATs to improve the accuracy of forensic DNA analysis across diverse laboratories.