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Mlsc 405: Forensic Science Question Paper

Mlsc 405: Forensic Science 

Course:Education

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2013



KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY
END OF 3RDTRIMESTER 2013 (DAY) EXAMINATION
SCHOOL : MEDICINE & HEALTH SCIENCES
DEPARTMENT : MEDICAL LABORATORY
UNIT CODE : MLSC 405
UNIT TITLE : FORENSIC SCIENCE
TIME : 2 HOURS



INSTRUCTIONS : Answer ALL Questions in Section A and ANY TWO in Section B
SECTION A
Question One
In the forensic laboratory, what is serology analysis? (3marks)
Question Two
How is the diagnosis of sudden infant death syndrome (SID) made? (5marks)
Question Three
Name THREE methods of screening for drugs and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each. (6marks)
Question Four
How can insects assist in the evaluation and or detection of wounds on a body during early stages of decomposition? (6marks)
Question Five
If two latent prints are developed one over the top and the other, is it possible to identify one or both prints. (4marks)
Question Six
Define the terms presumptive test and confirmatory test. (6marks)
SECTION B
Question One
Discuss laboratory procedures for the identification of semen. (20marks)
Question Two
Discuss instrumental examinations used in forensic chemistry of controlled substances. (20marks)
Question Three
Explain circumstances that may result in legal impediments to expert testimony. (20marks)






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