By Cairenn Binder, Coast to Coast Genetic Genealogy Services It is critical for investigative genetic genealogy (IGG) practitioners to work in partnership with experts in forensic DNA to ensure that valuable DNA evidence is not squandered in pursuit of a profile for IGG. At times, although it is disappointing, this may mean that the best thing to do is turn down a case. Recently our team was approached by an agency wishing to identify
Category: DNA
What types of DNA are used by investigative genetic genealogists to identify a person of interest in a criminal case or unidentified remains? The one that usually comes to mind is autosomal DNA, which is what most direct-to-consumer testing companies test. However, other lesser-known types of DNA can be beneficial in resolving a case more quickly. Below, we’ll go over the different types of DNA and how they can be helpful in our research.