Abstract :

This study explores the relationship between thumbprint patterns, blood groups, and gender among students at Saint James School of Medicine. The primary aim is to examine whether specific thumbprint characteristics are associated with blood group types and whether these patterns differ between male and female students. A total of 60 participants (31 males and 29 females) were involved in this study. Thumbprint patterns were classified into loops, double loops, whorls, tentarchs, and arches using a standardized classification system. Blood groups were identified through serological testing. Statistical analyses, including chi-square tests, were used to examine potential associations between thumbprint patterns, blood groups, and gender. Preliminary results suggest notable variations in thumbprint patterns across different blood groups, with some patterns being more common in specific groups. Additionally, gender differences were identified, indicating that male and female students display distinct thumbprint characteristics. These findings contribute to the understanding of biometric traits and their potential connections to genetic factors, such as blood group and gender. Further research is recommended to investigate the genetic and environmental factors influencing thumbprint patterns.

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Keywords :

Blood Group, Students, Thumbprint patterns.

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