Medicolegal significance of human blood groups

J Indian Med Assoc. 2000 Jun;98(6):340-1.

Abstract

In blood group serology, a number of recent discoveries is of immense value in modern scientific knowledge. Among these ABO and Rh systems are of major clinical significance. Forensic application of blood group studies is of great value in detection of crime. Determination of paternity is another feather in forensic medicine after studying the blood group serology.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Blood Group Antigens / classification*
  • Child
  • Crime / prevention & control
  • Female
  • Forensic Medicine / methods*
  • Humans
  • India
  • Jurisprudence*
  • Male
  • Paternity*
  • Sensitivity and Specificity

Substances

  • Blood Group Antigens