Takayam test is used for?
To know the nature of stain
To know the species
For blood grouping
None of the above
Ans. is 'a' i.e. To know the nature of stain o It is a microchemical test to know the nature of stain.Microchemical tests: These tests are based on property of haem part of hemoglobin to form characteristic coloured crystals.1) Teichmann's haemin crystal test2) Takayama hemochromogen crystal test3) Luminal spray test: It is especially useful in old obscure blood stains
Identification - Medicolegal aspects