Authors : R. P. Sontakke and D. H. Tambekar
Page Nos : 16-18
Description :
Due to the development of molecular biology, classification of various species by molecular phylogenetic analysis is performed, and it is most definitive to use the genome itself for identification, appraisal and phylogenetic analysis of organisms. At present, as a method of discriminating animal hair which has been put to practical use, it is carried out by an expert observation using an optical microscope. Therefore, in this research, PCR method which is one of genetic techniques is used, and method to differentiate wool and cashmere by analyzing specific parts of each DNA. By amplifying DNA specific to each part, it is possible to differentiate between wool and cashmere. In addition, the development of such technology will enable accurate determination of the composition of unknown animal fibre blends. This will help to give full-proof concerning about the dissimilarity in the DNA sequence of Individual animal and helping in differentiating them when present as blends to control adulteration and false declaration of the fibres.
Key words: Pashmina goat; wool; sheep; PCR; Textile fibre.
