<prompt> Most informative test in parental identification: March 2005HLAParental likenessDevelopmental defectsDNA finger printing  <response>: Ans. D: DNA finger printing DNA profiling DNA testingDNA typinggenetic fingerprinting is a technique employed to assist in the identification of individuals on the basis of their respective DNA profiles. DNA profiles are encrypted sets of numbers that reflect a persons DNA makeup, which can also be used as the persons identifier. It is used in: Parental testing Rape investigation Murder Identification of mutilated remains Parental likeness, even if positive, is regarded only as corroborative 