NIST guides genetic genealogy labs toward improve...(he differing interpretations and recomme...)

Date:12/23/2008

he differing interpretations and recommend a solution using the agencys certified reference material for human Y-chromosome DNA profiling (Standard Reference Material 2395), a collection of Y-STR markers that can serve as a means for genetic labs to calibrate their testing equipment. The researchers strongly encourage [SRM 2395s] use to enable compatible and calibrated measurements to be made between different Y-STR testing laboratories.

Their sentiment is echoed by an editorial in the Journal of Genetic Genealogy that says of the NIST paper, The advantages of having industry-wide standards are compelling for both buyers and sellers of genetic genealogy services.

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Contact: Michael E. Newman michael.newman@nist.gov 301-975-3025 National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Source:Eurekalert

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