DNA contamination is a serious issue in DNA profiling used for court cases. Proper processes like separate work areas and protective equipment are needed to avoid contaminating DNA samples during collection and testing. Significant contamination can undermine DNA evidence and wrongly influence court decisions, as shown in two examples where contamination affected the outcomes. DNA evidence is highly significant in modern courts when collected and tested properly, but even small errors in handling can have major legal consequences.

1. DNA contamination
Description Does not need title page, just references DNA profiling is used in other kinds of
court cases besides just criminal cases. Other cases in which DNA profiling is used are
custody, paternity, estate settlement, hair analysis, forensic IT, and many more. Because of
the information contained in a single sample, it is very important that the same be obtained
and maintained in a manner that does not jeopardize the DNA sample. In 4–6 paragraphs,
address the following: •List and discuss the different processes that should be utilized to
avoid contamination of DNA samples. •What do you think is the most significant
contamination issue with regard to DNA testing? Explain. •Provide 2 examples where court
decisions have been made directly because of DNA evidence contamination. •How do you
feel about the outcomes of these cases? Explain. •How significant is DNA evidence in
determining the outcome of modern court cases? Explain in detail.#DNA #contamination