Biometric Identification

A method of differentiating individuals based on the analysis of qualitative or quantitative biological traits or patterns. Biometric identification, which has applications in forensics and identity theft prevention, includes DNA profiles or DNA FINGERPRINTS; FINGERPRINTS; AUTOMATED FACIAL RECOGNITION; IRIS scan; RETINA scan; hand geometry; vascular patterns; automated VOICE pattern recognition; ultrasound of fingers; and X-RAYS.

Year introduced: 2010

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Tree Number(s): E05.318.740.225.500, N04.452.910.099

MeSH Unique ID: D056667

Entry Terms:

• Identification, Biometric
• Biometric Authentication
• Authentication, Biometric
• Automated Identity Recognition
• Identity Recognition, Automated

Previous Indexing:

• Biometry (2003-2006)
• Security Measures (2007-2009)

See Also:

• Forensic Medicine
• Forensic Anthropology
• Speech Recognition Software

All MeSH Categories
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment Category
Investigative Techniques
Epidemiologic Methods
Statistics as Topic
Biometry
Biometric Identification
Automated Facial Recognition
Dermatoglyphics
DNA Fingerprinting

All MeSH Categories
Health Care Category
Health Services Administration
Organization and Administration
Security Measures
Biometric Identification
Automated Facial Recognition
Dermatoglyphics
DNA Fingerprinting