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DERMATOGLYPHS [1 record]

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Record 1 2016-02-25

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Skin
  • Genetics
  • Biometrics
DEF

The patterns of lines and ridges on the skin of the fingertips, palms, and soles, used to establish the identity of individuals or as an indicator of chromosomal abnormalities.

OBS

dermatoglyphics: noun used with a plural verb.

OBS

dermatoglyphs; dermatoglyphic prints: terms rarely used in the singular.

Key term(s)
  • dermatoglyph
  • dermatoglyphic print

French

Domaine(s)
  • Appareil cutané
  • Génétique
  • Biométrie
DEF

dermatoglyphe : Dessin formé par la peau aux extrémités de certains membres, notamment par la pulpe des doigts (dermatoglyphes digitaux), par les lignes de la paume de la main (dermatoglyphes palmaires), et par celles de la plante des pieds (dermatoglyphes plantaires).

Key term(s)
  • dermatoglyphe

Spanish

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