1. An image of a DNA profile is shown below. The size marker fragments are not shown, but the size in bp is displayed along the top. 100 150 200 250 300 350 D8 Identifiler TM k 2000 multiplex STR TH01 1500 D13 D19 D5 VWA ТРОХ D16 CSF AMEL D3 D21 FGA 1000 D18 D7 D2 500 How do the multiplex STR data demonstrate the profile is from a man? Which loci are homozygous? How do you know this?

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**DNA Profile Analysis Using Identifiler™ Kit**

An example of a DNA profile is depicted below. The size marker fragments are not shown, but the size in base pairs (bp) is displayed along the top.

### Graph Explanation

The graph is a result of multiplex STR (Short Tandem Repeat) analysis. It shows peaks at various loci, each represented by different labels and colors:

- **AMEL**: Red peak, indicating amelogenin, used to determine sex.
- **D8, D19, D3, D5, VWA, D21, TPOX, D13, FGA, D16, D7, D18, CSF, D2**: These are various loci indicated by blue, green, and black peaks.

### Questions and Explanations

1. **How do the multiplex STR data demonstrate the profile is from a man?**

   The presence of both X and Y peaks in the AMEL locus indicates a male profile. Typically, females show only the X peak.

2. **Which loci are homozygous? How do you know this?**

   Loci with a single peak (e.g., TH01) are homozygous, as they have two identical alleles, compared to loci with two peaks which are heterozygous.

3. **How does the Identifiler™ kit differentiate D19 and D3 PCR products?**

   Differentiation is based on the distinct sizes and fluorescent labels for the alleles of each locus, allowing them to be identified by their respective peak positions and colors.

4. **How does the Identifiler™ kit differentiate D5 and FGA PCR products?**

   Similar to D19 and D3, D5 and FGA products are differentiated by their unique sizes and fluorescent tags. This distinct labeling helps distinguish their position on the electropherogram.

This profile and analysis demonstrate the power of STR analysis in identifying genetic information, such as gender determination and allele differentiation.
Transcribed Image Text:**DNA Profile Analysis Using Identifiler™ Kit** An example of a DNA profile is depicted below. The size marker fragments are not shown, but the size in base pairs (bp) is displayed along the top. ### Graph Explanation The graph is a result of multiplex STR (Short Tandem Repeat) analysis. It shows peaks at various loci, each represented by different labels and colors: - **AMEL**: Red peak, indicating amelogenin, used to determine sex. - **D8, D19, D3, D5, VWA, D21, TPOX, D13, FGA, D16, D7, D18, CSF, D2**: These are various loci indicated by blue, green, and black peaks. ### Questions and Explanations 1. **How do the multiplex STR data demonstrate the profile is from a man?** The presence of both X and Y peaks in the AMEL locus indicates a male profile. Typically, females show only the X peak. 2. **Which loci are homozygous? How do you know this?** Loci with a single peak (e.g., TH01) are homozygous, as they have two identical alleles, compared to loci with two peaks which are heterozygous. 3. **How does the Identifiler™ kit differentiate D19 and D3 PCR products?** Differentiation is based on the distinct sizes and fluorescent labels for the alleles of each locus, allowing them to be identified by their respective peak positions and colors. 4. **How does the Identifiler™ kit differentiate D5 and FGA PCR products?** Similar to D19 and D3, D5 and FGA products are differentiated by their unique sizes and fluorescent tags. This distinct labeling helps distinguish their position on the electropherogram. This profile and analysis demonstrate the power of STR analysis in identifying genetic information, such as gender determination and allele differentiation.
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