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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Science
  • Human Genetics
  • Anthropology

Background:

  • Dermatoglyphics, the study of fingerprints, is known for its distinctiveness and immutability.
  • Previous research has explored dermatoglyphic variations in genetic and metabolic disorders.
  • Understanding these patterns may offer insights into population genetics and individual identification.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the potential relationship between digital dermatoglyphics and ABO blood groups.
  • To analyze fingerprint ridge counts in relation to different blood types.
  • To explore gender-specific correlations between dermatoglyphic features and blood groups.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, observational study involving 200 medical students (100 male, 100 female).
  • Fingerprints were collected using the ink method.
  • Analysis of Absolute Finger Ridge Count (AFRC) and Total Finger Ridge Count (TFRC) was performed using SPSS, correlating findings with ABO blood groups.

Main Results:

  • Significant variations in mean AFRC and TFRC were observed across different blood groups in both males and females.
  • In males, mean AFRC was highest in blood group B and lowest in AB; mean TFRC was highest in blood group A and lowest in AB.
  • In females, mean AFRC was highest in blood group B and lowest in O; mean TFRC was highest in blood group B and lowest in O.

Conclusions:

  • The study suggests a statistically significant association between digital dermatoglyphic patterns and ABO blood groups.
  • These findings indicate potential correlations that may be gender-dependent.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the implications of these dermatoglyphic-blood group associations.