DNA analysis for missing person identification in mass fatalities

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Advances in DNA technology have expanded such that forensic DNA profiling is now considered a routine method for identifying victims of mass fatalities. Originating from an initiative funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of State, DNA Analysis for Missing Person Identification in Mass Fatalities presents a collection of training modules that supply comprehensive instruction in these complex techniques. The book begins with a concise overview of DNA analysis methods and their use in identifying victims of mass fatalities. It then goes on to explore:Mass fat.  Read more... Abstract: Advances in DNA technology have expanded such that forensic DNA profiling is now considered a routine method for identifying victims of mass fatalities. Originating from an initiative funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of State, DNA Analysis for Missing Person Identification in Mass Fatalities presents a collection of training modules that supply comprehensive instruction in these complex techniques. The book begins with a concise overview of DNA analysis methods and their use in identifying victims of mass fatalities. It then goes on to explore:Mass fat Content: Preface Acknowledgments About the Author 1 Human Identification through DNA Analysis 1.1 DNA 1.2 Types of DNA Analysis 1.3 A History of DNA Profiling 1.4 Using DNA for Identification of Human Remains 1.5 The DNA Analysis Process 1.6 Explaining the DNA Process to Non-Technical Personnel Additional Resources 2 Mass Fatalities 2.1 Definition of a Mass Fatality 2.2 Jurisdictional Issues 2.3 Causes of Mass Fatality Incidents 2.4 Mass Fatality Response Overview 2.5 Managing the Mass Fatality Response Operations 2.6 Factors Impacting a Mass Fatality Response. 2.7 Finances and Politics2.8 Availability of Antemortem Records and DNAReference Samples Additional Resources 3 Postmortem Functions-Body Recovery andMorgue Operations 3.1 Field Operations (Body Recovery) 3.2 Morgue Operations Additional Resources Attachment A Attachment B 4 Antemortem Functions-Family AssistanceOperations 4.1 Function of Family Assistance Operations 4.2 Personnel 4.3 Creating a Reported Missing Case 4.4 Antemortem Information 4.5 Information Technology Support 4.6 Providing Information to the Public 4.7 Financial Assistance 4.8 Notification and Release. 4.9 Grief Support4.10 Family Assistance Centers (FACs) 4.11 Family Assistance Operations Relationship with theMorgue Additional Resources Attachment A 5 Identification of Remains 5.1 Identification 5.2 Types of Identification 5.3 Identification of Bodies 5.4 Presentation and Review of Proposed Identification 5.5 Acceptance/Authorization of Identification 5.6 Family Notification of Identification 5.7 Release of Remains and Personal Property Additional Resources Attachment A Attachment B 6 Identification and Collection of BiologicalSamples from Human Remains. 6.1 Special Considerations for Sample Collections6.2 Determining the Best Sample to Collect 6.3 Collecting Multiple Samples 6.4 Establishing DNA Sample Protocol Additional Resources 7 Identification and Collection of DNA ReferenceSamples 7.1 The Reported Missing 7.2 Chain of Custody 7.3 Reference Sample Types 7.4 Pedigree 7.5 Scheduling Collections 7.6 Collecting Kinship Samples Additional Resources 8 Application of DNA Technology for HumanIdentification 8.1 DNA Profiling Process Overview 8.2 DNA Extract Assessment 8.3 Amplification Strategies and Considerations. 8.4 DNA Separation and DNA Profile Generation8.5 Emerging DNA Technologies 8.6 Duplicate Testing and Profile Verification 8.7 Options for Testing Additional Resources Attachment A 9 DNA Profile Analysis and Interpretation 9.1 Parameters for Acceptable DNA STR Profiles 9.2 Data Review 9.3 Documentation of Data Review 9.4 Case Evaluation, Kinship Screening, and KinshipCalculations 9.5 Kinship Analysis 9.6 Reporting Matches Additional Resources 10 DNA Sample, Case, and Data Tracking UsingInformation Technology Tools 10.1 Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).