Dna Analyst — Tasks, Software & AI Prompts

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Collect and prepare DNA samples from evidence

Collect the blood-stained shirt, swab the visible stains with sterile swabs, package each swab in paper…

Collect the blood-stained shirt, swab the visible stains with sterile swabs, package each swab in paper evidence envelopes, record chain-of-custody with case number 24-517, then label and place into the evidence fridge at 4°C for extraction tomorrow morning.

The tools that do the workCapillary gel electrophoresis systemsweb

Amplify DNA using PCR techniques

Set up PCR reactions using 1 ng of template from the quantified extracts, include positive and negative…

Set up PCR reactions using 1 ng of template from the quantified extracts, include positive and negative controls, use the laboratory STR multiplex kit per protocol, program thermal cycler for the validated profile, and record operator initials and run start time.

The tools that do the workCapillary gel electrophoresis systemsweb

Quantify DNA to determine sample size

Prepare dilution series from each extract, run fluorometric quantitation on all samples and controls,…

Prepare dilution series from each extract, run fluorometric quantitation on all samples and controls, calculate ng/µL, determine volume needed to deliver 1 ng per PCR reaction, and note low-template samples for replicate amplification.

The tools that do the workCapillary gel electrophoresis systemsweb

Analyze genetic data and generate DNA profiles

Review electropherograms, assign allele calls to each locus, compare profile to the reference buccal sample,…

Review electropherograms, assign allele calls to each locus, compare profile to the reference buccal sample, compile the case report with match statistics and interpretation notes, and submit the profile to the database manager if reportable under case 24-517.

The tools that do the workFBI CODISCapillary gel electrophoresis systemsweb

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