DNA

Each person has a unique DNA fingerprint and it is the same for every cell, tissue, and organ of a person. It cannot be altered by any known treatment. Consequently, DNA fingerprinting is rapidly becoming the primary method for identifying and distinguishing among individual human beings.

New Entries are Expected

Many other applications for DNA identification are also providing commercial inspiration. These services include testing genetically altered foods, which are the subject of considerable debate regarding their safety, and selling DNA identification documents for dogs, on which their genetic information is provided in bar-code form