Zaidi Z, Wahid Z, Iqbal Z, Zaidi A N.
Dermatoglyphic pattern in normal individuals.
J Pak Assoc Derma Jan ;9(3):16-9.

Fingerprints (dermatoglyphics) are the impression of the papillary ridges on the palmar aspect of the distal phalynx. These ridges contain the opening of the sweat ducts and these glands are concerned in maintaining the body temperature. A study on the normal dermatoglyphic pattern was conducted at the Department of Dermatology, Civil Hospital Karachi. Our findings on 200 people showed whorls in 48%, loops in 42.5%, arches in 4.8% and the composite variety in 4.7% of individuals. In United Kingdom the findings were loops in 70%, whorls in 25% and arches in 5%. A change in the external environment is suggested for the different pattern of dermatoglyphics in the two countries.

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