If a D1S80 gel profile produces a single band, it is categorized as a ….
A) Heterozygote genotype
B) Homozygote genotype
C) Dominant genotype
D) Recessive genotype
E) Allelic ladder

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If a D1S80 gel profile produces a single band, it indicates that the individual is homozygous for that particular allele. A heterozygote would show two distinct bands, and a dominant/recessive genotype cannot be determined solely from the presence of a single band. The term "allelic ladder" refers to a molecular weight marker used to identify specific DNA fragments on a gel.

If a D1S80 Gel Profile Produces a Single Band, It