Blood group and Cheiloscopic Pattern: An Aid in Forensic Investigation?

Introduction: In criminal investigations and court cases, as well as in civil identification and civil litigation, forensic dentistry is essential. The analysis of lip prints is among the least invasive and cost effective way of human identification. Lip prints like blood groups can add as an adjunct in the investigations where in situations of mass disasters.The aim of the study was to assess and corelate lip pattern and blood groups in 100 study participants. Materials and Methods: A total of 100 participants, 50 male and 50 female were included in the study. The method followed was according to Costa and Caldas Technique, and the classification method followed was according to Suzuki and Tsuchihashi Y et al. Result: Type 1 and Type 4 showed correlation with O positive blood group. Type III was seen with a predilection with B positive blood group. It was further observed that type 1 lip print type was seen more in males when compared to females. Females showed both Type 1 and Type 4 lip print. Discussion: The present study showed a trail of association with Type 1 and 4 in O positive blood group subjects. The Type 1 was seen in males and females, but females were more associated with Type 4 lip print. This study was in accordance with the results found by Kersarwani et al. in 2021. Conclusion: Though the present study showed no statistical significance it can be carried out with a larger sample size. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]