Forensic medicine – MCQ 33 – Reliable method of identification of an individual

The most reliable method of identification of an individual is:
A. Dactylography
B. Scars
C. Anthropometry
D. Handwriting

Correct answer : A. Dactylography

Fingerprinting is a very useful method in idenfication of a person. A fingerprint is unique to an individual and is permanent. The best method is DNA fingerprinting.

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