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It is a scientific test which studies someones DNA. The reason for the test is usually to see if someone is at risk of contracting certain hereditary diseases such as prostate cancer.

Another reason for such a test is in criminology to see if the person's DNA matches that of criminal evidence left at a crime scene.

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