Determination of serological markers (blood group markers) of biological fluid (urine) obtained from crime scene for individualization of the donor(s).

Abstract

Urine samples collected from 20 donors with unknown blood group and secretor status had been determined from saliva. ABO typing on the concentrated samples was successfully performed after 1 month of storage. Urine stained clothing samples are often submitted to forensic science laboratories for ABH blood group antigen determination. The serogenetic markers of urine stains submitted can be used to determine the origin of any of these samples. ABH blood group substances have previously been identified from urine. ABH blood group substance is low in urine in comparison with other body fluids