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Restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis on DNA from human compact bone

D R Rankin1, S D Narveson, W H Birkby

  • 1Department of Anthropology, University of Arizona, Tucson, USA.

Journal of Forensic Sciences
|January 1, 1996
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Human bone yields reliable genomic DNA for forensic identification, even after decomposition. DNA typing using restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analysis is feasible from bone exposed to various field conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Genetics

Background:

  • DNA typing is crucial in forensic science for identifying individuals.
  • Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) is an established DNA identification protocol.
  • Bone is a biologically stable material, often the only evidence remaining after decomposition.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate human bone as a source for DNA identification under forensic field conditions.
  • To assess DNA integrity and typing feasibility from bone exposed to surface deposit, shallow burial, and fresh water immersion.
  • To determine the reliability of bone as a DNA source for forensic identification.

Main Methods:

  • Genomic DNA extraction from human bone samples.
  • Exposure of bone samples to simulated forensic field conditions (surface deposit, shallow burial, fresh water immersion) over three months.

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  • Analysis using spectrophotometry, agarose gel electrophoresis, and RFLP analysis.

    • Main Results:

    • High molecular weight DNA was successfully extracted from human bone and typed by RFLP analysis.
    • DNA degradation severity followed the order: fresh water immersion > shallow burial > surface deposit.
    • Genomic DNA from bone on desert surface for up to 4 weeks was detectable by RFLP analysis with consistent patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • Human bone is a reliable source of genomic DNA for forensic identification.
    • Bone recovered from surface deposit is the most desirable for forensic identification due to less DNA degradation.
    • RFLP analysis is a viable method for typing DNA extracted from bone under simulated forensic conditions.