[Cytologic findings as indications: morphologic and immunohistochemical identification of human brain tissue on the clothing of a murderer].
A case was described in which a murder was concealed by burning the body. The suspect confessed to committing the crime after being informed that human brain tissue in form of slimy stains as well the same blood group as the victim had been identified on his clothing. Slimy stains (approx. 2 x 3 mm) were identified as brain tissue by sectioning on the cryostat together with the bits of wool fiber. Morphologically, nerve cells were clearly identifiable, particular by demonstrating Nissl's bodies. Application of anti-human serum protein and an anti-human cerebrum serum confirmed this finding and augmented it by confirming that the brain tissue was of human origin. The unusual character of this case and the methods used prompted the authors to publish these findings. The available literature is discussed.
D001801:Blood Stains; D001921:Brain / Q000166:cytology*; D003020:Clothing; D005455:Fluorescent Antibody Technique; D005554:Forensic Medicine / Q000379:methods*; D006708:Homicide; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male
Zytologischer Befund als Indiz: Morphologische und immunhistochemische Identifizierung von menschlichem Hirngewebe an der Täterkleidung.