Abstract

Factors that inhibit the analysis of bodily fluids can result in inaccurate determinations by forensics experts. This paper points out the issues with the current practical tests focused on contamination of forensic samples and inhibition of testing. Several previous studies have shown that there are inhibitory substances that prevent the accurate identification of blood, saliva, and semen. Although these bodily fluids are important sources of evidence in criminal investigations, practical measures have not been established to eliminate the inhibition of accurate results. Thus, further studies focusing on the inhibition issues are necessary to resolve the actual issues.

Keywords: Forensic biology; Body fluid identification; Inhibition; Blood; Saliva; Semen