CODIS markers occur at no greater than 20% for any one allele so each marker has at least 5 alleles in a population, these features help ensure high levels of what?

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The low frequency of any one allele (no greater than 20%) and the requirement for at least 5 alleles per marker in CODIS ensure high levels of heterozygosity, which is crucial for distinguishing between individuals in forensic DNA analysis.

CODIS Markers Occur at No Greater Than 20% for Any