Question
Download Solution PDF_________ can be sometimes used to determine percentage paternity of a child.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is option 3
Key Points
- In the context of determining the percentage paternity of a child, HLA typing can be used because children inherit half of their HLA genes from their biological mother and half from their biological father.Hence option 3 is correct.
- By comparing the HLA types of a child with those of their potential parents, it is possible to assess the likelihood of paternity.
- A closer match in HLA types between the child and the alleged father indicates a higher probability of paternity.
Additional Information
HLA - typing (Human Leukocyte Antigen)
- Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) are proteins found on the surface of cells in the body.
- They play a crucial role in the immune system by helping the body recognize its own cells from foreign cells.
- HLA typing is a process of identifying and analyzing specific variations of HLA genes in an individual's DNA.
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