Integrating presumptive and confirmatory semen tests into DNA profiling of sexual assault evidence: a Philippine example

Integrating presumptive and confirmatory semen tests into DNA profiling of sexual assault evidence: a Philippine example

Abstract Background In sexual assault casework, the detection of semen on a sample supports an allegation of sexual contact and indicates the presence of DNA from a male source. Ideally, techniques employed should demonstrate high sensitivity and specificity and should be compatible with standard DN...

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Main Authors: Jae Joseph Russell B. Rodriguez, Gayvelline C. Calacal, Rita P. Laude, Maria Corazon A. De Ungria
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2019-08-01
Series:Egyptian Journal of Forensic Sciences
Subjects:
Semen detection
Sexual assault
Semenogelin
Acid phosphatase test
Alternate light source
Short tandem repeat typing
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s41935-019-0149-z

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