Veidlapa Nr. M-3 (8)
Study Course Description
Forensic Biology and Genetics
Course Code
RTM_008
Branch of Science
Clinical medicine; Forensic science
ECTS
3.00
Target Audience
Medicine
LQF
Level 8
Study Course Implementer
Course Supervisor
Ojārs Teteris
Residency Speciality
Speciality
Forensic medicine expert
Supervisor of Medical Speciality
Ojārs Teteris
Contacts
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About Study Course
Objective
To provide forensic medicine specialist residents with the necessary basic knowledge in the disciplines of forensic biology and genetics in order to prepare for certification as a forensic medical expert in the specialty of forensic medical examination of living and dead persons.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
1.To systematize knowledge of forensic genetics and serology issues.
Skills
1.To remove traces of biological origin and samples for comparative investigation from living and dead persons for biological and genetic forensic examinations of physical evidence.
Competences
1.Independently remove traces of biological origin and samples for comparative examination from living and dead persons during survey, examination of a corpse and autopsy and interpret the results in expert examinations of a corpse or living persons. Participate in the processing of DNA samples, familiarize yourself with the technology. Conducts DNA profile research. Performs statistical processing of results.
Assessment
Individual work
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Grade
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1.
Individual work |
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Familiarize yourself with the latest literature on medical equipment in emergency care.
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Examination
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Title
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% from total grade
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Grade
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1.
Examination |
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Testing of theoretical knowledge with the help of a multiple-choice test, assessment of practical skills with a situational task. Assessment of knowledge in a 10-point system.
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Study Course Theme Plan
FULL-TIME
Part 1
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study trip
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Topics
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DNA investigation on physical evidence. Paternity and maternity examinations
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Seminar
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study trip
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Topics
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Detection, removal, packaging, transportation and identification of traces of biological origin at the scene on objects, clothing, corpse.
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Placement
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Modality
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Location
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On site
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Study trip
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Topics
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During the training, the resident must familiarize himself with the investigation methods used in the laboratory, learn the correct removal of biological material (both traces of biological origin and material for comparative examination) from living and dead persons
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Total ECTS (Creditpoints):
3.00
Number of Residency Seminars:
2
Length (weeks):
2
Final Examination:
Residency exam (Theory and practice)
Bibliography
Required Reading
1.
DNS izmeklēšanas metode personu identifikācijai (apstiprināta TEP 2016.g.)
2.
Applied Biosystems. AmpFlSTR Identifiler PCR amplification Kit, User’s Manual, USA, 2006, p.186.
3.
Applied Biosystems. AmpFlSTR NGM Plus PCR Amplification Kit, User’s Manual, USA, 2006, p.308.
4.
Applied Biosystems, Applied Biosystems 7500/7500 Fast Real-Time PCR Systems System Maintenance
5.
Applied Biosystems. AmpFlSTR® Y-filerTM PCR Amplification Kit. User’s manual. Part Number 4358101 Rev.C 08/2006, USA : Applied Biosystems, 2006, 77 p.
6.
Applied Biosystems. HID University. Forensic DNA Analyses ABI PRISM 310 Genetic Analyzer: Student quide. Applied Biosystems, 2007, p.178.
7.
Butler, John M. Forensic DNA Typing Biology, Technology, and Genetics of STR Markers, 2nd edition, Elsevier Academic Press, 2005
8.
Autoru kol. Vielas kā noziedzīgu nodarījumu pēdas. Rīga, LPA,2006 (2.nod. Bioloģiskās nozieguma pēdas)
Additional Reading
1.
Bluestar Forensic Latent bloodstain reagent. User’s Manual Bluestar Forensic Kit. Update 9.7-03/30/2006
2.
Nīderlandes Tiesu ekspertīžu institūta DNS izmeklēšanas laboratorijas metode asins klātbūtnes noteikšanai. 1995.
3.
If-HexOBTI INF 2801501 GB/F 01-2006-02
4.
В. В. Томилин, Л. О. Барсегянц, А. С. Гладких «Судебномедицинское исследование вещественных доказательств», Москва «Медицина» -1989.г.
5.
Sato et al. (2002) Use of the “SMITEST” PSA card to identify the presence of prostate-specific antigen in semen and male urine. Forensic Sci Int 127: 71-74.
6.
Л. В. Козловская, А. Ю. Николаев «Учебное пособие по клиническим дабораторным методам исследования», Москва «Медицина» - 1984.г.
Other Information Sources
1.
Н.П.Асадчик, И.С.Лазуренко, Судебно - медицинское исследование волос человека, ЦОЛИУВ, Москва, 1972, 29.стр.
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Л. О. Барсегянц, М.Ф.Верещака, Морфологические особенности волос человека в аспекте Судебно – медицинской экспертизы, Москва «Медицина» -1982, 215 стр.
3.
QIAamp DNA Micro Handbook 08/2003