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Establishment of DNA Based HLA Typing in Sri Lanka for Forensic and Transplant Purposes

Induwara Gooneratne, Neil Fernandopulle, Maya Goonesekera

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Abstract

Major Histo Compatibility Complex (MHC) mapped to locate in the short arm of the chromosome 6 of the human being, contains a group of genes that code for proteins (antigens) expressed in a variety of cell types known as Human Leukocyte Antigens or HLA. This MHC/HLA system is involved in the immune system. It is a highly polymorphic DNA ( Deoxy Ribo Nucleic Acid) system : the very reason for its use in forensic crime and paternity work in addition to detect tissue compatibility in transplants.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)36-37
JournalSri Lanka Journal of Forensic Medicine, Science & Law
Volume1
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010

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