Degradation Index Means Nothing for SNP Testing

Degradation Index (DI) has long been a metric for traditional forensic DNA analysis, offering insights into the quality of a sample for STR profiling. But does DI hold the same value for SNP testing and modern DNA sequencing? In this webinar, we explore why DI is irrelevant for SNP testing and forensic genetic genealogy. Learn how SNPs can be measured from much shorter DNA fragments, making them resilient to degradation issues that impact STR profiling. Discover why DI is no longer an appropriate predictor for developing high-performing, ultra-sensitive SNP profiles, and what metrics truly matter in the era of forensic sequencing.