Journal Published Online: 01 July 1993
Volume 38, Issue 4

Sex Determination from Metacarpals and the First Proximal Phalanx

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

Sex determination using metacarpals and the first proximal phalanx was carried out on a sample (n = 60) of documented sex. Six measurements were taken on each of metacarpals 1 to 5 and the first proximal phalanx. Regression equations were calculated for determining sex from the bones. The equations were then applied to a second sample (n = 20) also of documented sex to establish the degree of accuracy they produced in assigning sex. The equations for metacarpal 1 produced the highest degree of correct sex determination and overall the degree of accuracy ranged from 74% to 94%.

Author Information

Scheuer, JL
Division of Anatomy and Cell Biology, UMDS Guy's and St. Thomas's, Guy's Hospital, London, England
Elkington, NM
Division of Anatomy and Cell Biology, UMDS Guy's and St. Thomas's, Guy's Hospital, London, England
Pages: 10
Price: $25.00
Related
Reprints and Permissions
Reprints and copyright permissions can be requested through the
Copyright Clearance Center
Details
Stock #: JFS13472J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS13472J