Identifying an Individual by His or Her DNA is Referred

Question

Identifying an individual by his or her DNA is referred to as ____.  
A) structural genomics
B) genomic fingerprinting
C) RNA profiling
D) DNA profiling
E) individual genomics

Accepted Answer

Identifying an individual by his or her DNA is commonly referred to as DNA profiling, also known as genetic fingerprinting. This technique is used in many areas, including forensic science, paternity testing, and genetic research. Structural genomics and RNA profiling involve different techniques for studying genetic material, while individual genomics is a broader field that focuses on studying an individual's entire genome.