Personal Identification Methods — MCQs

Which of the following statements best describes a key characteristic of fingerprint development?

What is the forensic method of identification that utilizes lip prints?

Which banding technique is most commonly used for karyotyping?

Which of the following is the least suitable source for DNA extraction?

What is the most reliable criterion for selecting teeth in prosthodontics?

During a postmortem examination of a young adult found with a faded tattoo, relatives mentioned that the tattoo was once visible. What is the best method to identify the tattoo?

At what age does a child typically know their full name?

What is the best investigation for identifying malaria species?

Four weeks after assisting in several calf deliveries, a farmer develops fever, weakness, muscle aches, and sweats. The fever rises in the afternoon and falls during the night. A Brucella species is isolated. Which Brucella species is a possible bioterrorism agent and is best described by one of the following?

A 55-year-old male is discovered in his apartment by neighbours who noticed a foul smell. The body is found supine on the floor. On examination at the scene, the investigating officer documents the following findings: posterior hypostasis with skin marbling visible over the back and limbs, lividity that does not blanch on digital pressure, and rigidity present in all major limb joints on physical testing. Based on these documented examination findings, what is the most accurate estimated postmortem interval?