Morphological characteristics of the lip grooves in citizens of the Republic of North Macedonia determined by Cheiloscopy

Introduction: Cheiloscopy is defined as the study of sulci labiorum, known "lip prints". Aim study: The aim this was to determine morphological characteristics lip grooves in three dominant nationalities Republic North Macedonia (Macedonians, Albanians, Roma) and compare obtained results with other populations from different geographical regions. Material methods: In research, we included 150 examinees aged 25-50 years divided them into groups: Macedonians (50), Albanians (50) Roma (50). prints were taken using microscopic slides detected dactyloscopic powder brush method. We used Suzuki Tsuchihashi classification typify prints. Results: most common type population II grooves. There no significant difference presence types four quadrants between males females, nor Macedonians, Roma. comparative analysis showed that areas had anthropological Conclusion: Type are there statistically prevalence study. Considering large number factors can affect quality print, recommend a swab should always be before collecting print order attempt extract DNA material found trace.