D.N.A. Fingerprinting: An Introduction (Breakthroughs in Molecular Biology) - Softcover

Kirby, Lorne T.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0716770016 ISBN 13: 9780716770015

Publisher: W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd, 1993

Synopsis

"DNA Fingerprinting" is a practical guide to basic principles and laboratory methods as applied to a variety of fields including forensic analysis, paternity testing, medical diagnostics, animal and plant sciences and wildlife poaching.

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Review

An interesting historical document that will also be of some use to those with different perspectives. . . . a good introduction to the basic technology of DNA fingerprinting. For anyone coming to this technique without a strong lab background, the refresher chapter on basic genetic principles is helpful, and the step-by-step approach to major technical procedures is well planned. . . . having this book is hand will save a novice weeks that would otherwise be spent thrashing through primary literature and textbooks to accumulate both the latest techniques and fundamental principles. (Trends in Ecology and Evolution)

The strength of this book rests with its extensive collection of laboratory methodologies pertinent to DNA identification processes. The coverage is comprehensive. . . . extremely readable. (Choice)

An excellent introductory text on DNA fingerprinting covering probes, PCR, hybridization, sample taking, costs, law, ethics, analysis-statistics, guidelines and other techniques relevant to forensics. 4 stars out of 5." (American Association of Forensic Dentists)

Very useful for students and laboratory personnel. (BIOSIS)

About the Author

Lorne T. Kirby is with the Department of pathology at the University of British Columbia.

Edition details

• Publisher: W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0716770016
• ISBN 13: 9780716770015
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 366