NCJ Number
95888
Journal
Forensic Science International Volume: 26 Issue: 2 Dated: (October 1984) Pages: 131-137
Date Published
1984
Length
7 pages
Annotation
The use of pyrolysis mass spectrometry (Py-MS) and statistical analysis of mass spectra is introduced as a method for 'finger-printing' strains of Streptococcus salivarius.
Abstract
The objective is to provide correlative evidence regarding the identity of suspects in cases of assault or rape involving bite-marks. The results of the analysis of isolates from two individuals are presented, illustrating the differentiation of S. salivarius at strain level according to the orgin of the isolate. (Publisher abstract)