This document discusses the role of DNA fingerprinting in solving crimes. It provides details on the history of DNA fingerprinting, how DNA fingerprints are made in the lab through restriction enzymes and gel electrophoresis, and examples of how DNA profiling has been used to identify criminals, determine paternity and diagnose genetic disorders. The stages of DNA profiling are outlined and it is noted that DNA fingerprinting can provide strong evidence if a suspect's profile matches the biological evidence left at a crime scene.

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