Identification of human beings Flashcards
1
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Determination of sex
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- Prostate gland/testes or uterus/ovraries
- Skeltonisation: pelvic and skull most useful
2
Q
Determination of stature
A
- Difficult to do with precision, even with an intact body
- Bones in the lower limb are most useful
3
Q
Comparative methods
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- If you have someone in mind you can ask/compare
4
Q
Medical info
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- Gallstones, arthritis, deformities, surgical procedure (serial numbers)
- Tattoos, design and site
5
Q
Personal ID
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- Fingerprints: criminal or prints on personal possessions
- Dental records
- DNA: toothbrush, razor, hairbrush