Forensic Biology

Detection, species typing, and blood grouping of blood / seminal and other body fluid stains in cases of murder, assault, rape are carried out in this division.

Forensic biology applies biological principles to legal investigations. It analyzes materials such as blood, semen, saliva, and hair to identify individuals, connect them to locations or objects, and reconstruct events.

Blood Semen Saliva Hair

Blood Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Semen Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Saliva Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Tissue Matter Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Hair Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Snake Venom Analysis

Screening → Confirmatory → Advanced

Division & Subject Head :
Shri V. V. Patil

Designation :
Deputy Director

Email :
[email protected]

Phone :

Cases Received in Forensic Biology

Murder

Half Murder

Rape

Homicide & Suicide

Dowry Death

Dacoity / Robbery

Assault

Snake Bite

Exhibits Received for Analysis

Clothes

Proper sealing, labeling, and chain-of-custody are required for submission.

Weapons

Proper sealing, labeling, and chain-of-custody are required for submission.

Crime Scene Exhibits

Proper sealing, labeling, and chain-of-custody are required for submission.

Medical Officer Exhibits (Blood, Swabs, Hair, Nails, Skin, Bone, Tooth)

Proper sealing, labeling, and chain-of-custody are required for submission.

Analyses Performed

Blood Analysis

Semen Analysis

Saliva Analysis

Tissue Matter Analysis

Hair Analysis

Snake Venom Analysis

Analysis Procedure

Detection / Identification

Identify suspected stains of biological fluids on submitted exhibits.

Preliminary Tests

Perform screening tests to indicate the possible presence of target biological materials.

Confirmatory Tests

Use validated confirmatory methods to conclusively establish the nature of the stain.

Advanced Testing

Proceed to advanced / instrumental analysis as required for casework.

FAQ's

What is Forensic Biology?

Forensic biology is the application of biological principles and techniques to legal matters, especially criminal investigations. It involves the analysis of biological materials found at crime scenes to provide scientific evidence for investigation.

What are some of the major areas of forensic biology?

Blood, semen, hair, saliva analysis: It helps to link individuals to a place or object by comparing the characteristics of blood, semen, hair, saliva found at the crime scene. Snakebite analysis: It examines whether a person has been bitten by a venomous snake or not.

What types of samples do forensic biologists analyze?

Forensic biologists analyze various biological materials including blood, semen, saliva, hair, skin cells, and other body tissues.

How does forensic biology help in investigations?

Identification: Forensic biology can identify someone through comparative testing by analyzing blood, semen, saliva, hair, and skin cells. It also helps identify individuals by matching the DNA profiles of these samples. Linking individuals to locations: Forensic biology can link individuals to specific locations by analyzing trace evidence such as hairs.

What are some of the techniques used in forensic biology?

Forensic biologists use a variety of laboratory techniques, including primary and secondary tests, microscopic examination, and other methods to identify and analyse biological material.

Where do forensic biologists work?

Forensic biologists often work in crime laboratories, but they may also be involved in collecting evidence at crime scenes. They may also participate in research to develop new techniques and improve existing methods in forensic biology.