Guidance

DNA mixture interpretation (FSR-G-222)

This guidance sets out the approach for the interpretation of DNA mixture profiles.

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DNA mixture interpretation

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The document includes:

  • standardised terminology to be used
  • the acceptable boundaries for the interpretation of complex DNA mixture profiles
  • the interpretation of a variable number of contributors to a DNA mixture profile
  • the use and limitations of a qualitative opinion where no quantitative measure can be calculated
  • guidance for the interpretation content for reports and statements

Issue 2 of this document updates:

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Published 31 July 2018
Last updated 22 July 2024 + show all updates
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  5. Guidance updated.

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