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Can you identify traces of blood on old clothes?

I am a 28 year old male. I want to know can you identify traces of blood on old clothes?

3 Answers

Yes, Fluorescein can be used to find traces of blood on clothing. Thank you.
Yes.

RB Thomas, MD
It depends on how long the traces have been on the fabric. Luminol is commonly used to find DNA traces on clothing.