Select the INCORRECT statement with reference to DNA fingerprinting. It is A. PCR based technique B. Based on fingerprints of individual C. Used in forensic medicine technique D. Used to test paternity
Option B.If DNA is present in less amount, it can be amplified using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). Thus, DNA fingerprint is based on a PCR technique. DNA fingerprinting is used by forensic scientists as well as in paternity tests. DNA fingerprinting can be done by using samples such as blood, saliva, hair.
