DNA sampling methods and extraction techniques in forensic odontogenetics - A review Dineja R* Lecturer, Department of Oral Pathology, SRM Dental College, Ramapuram *Corresponding Author, Dr. Dineja Raman, Email: drdineja@gmail.com, dinejar@srmist.edu.in, Mobile No.: 9688595606
Online Published on 2 January, 2024. Abstract Like In large-scale disasters like bombings, terrorism, hurricanes, earthquakes, air crashes, Victim identification include physical identification of documents, their jewellery, and belongings. But this identification cannot be helpful in many cases in such scenarios data related to dental, hairs, and fingerprint. In recent times DNA application in forensic dentistry have been increased. Forensic odontogenetics have expanded its reach in forensic investigation. Generally large amount of DNA is present in teeth. Since teeth can withstand extreme climate changes and high temperature which makes it to be as available evidence in mass disaster conditions. In this review methods to collect DNA from saliva, teeth, mucosal surfaces and others. Also, about the techniques of DNA extraction for identification were discussed. This is a Narrative type of review. Pubmed and Scopus indexed journal were reviewed and keywords used for searching are DNA extraction, DNA isolation, Forensic genetics, Forensic dentistry. Top Keywords DNA sampling, DNA extraction, Forensic odontogenetics, Forensic investigation. Top |