Virtual reference values for STR genetic loci assignment in forensic arenas : a Jordanian-based study

الملخص EN

Short tandem repeat (STR) genetic loci were assigned for use in forensic investigation for the Jordanian population by using a computer program.

The program comprised two virtual reference values, the maximum virtual target power of discrimination (VTPD) max and the maximum virtual observed heterozygosis (VHobs) max.

These two virtual reference values prompted the selection of the TH01, FES / FPS, D18S51, and Pentad D STR genetic loci from 17 STR genetic loci used worldwide in forensic applications.

The four STR genetic loci showed a combined power of discrimination of 0.999987, indicating that these four STR genetic loci are forensically viable for the Jordanian population.

This method of utilizing a computer program to assign genetic loci would reduce the time and cost of DNA typing.