Candidate Match
Definition
An AM/PM pairing proposed by the database software or by manual review as possibly representing the same individual, based on concordant dental (or other) features. A candidate match requires expert review before it can become a confirmed identification.
Related terms
- FDI Two-Digit Notation (ISO 3950)
- The international tooth numbering system mandated for INTERPOL DVI forms. Each tooth has a two-digit code: first digit is the quadrant (1-4...
- INTERPOL DVI Guide
- The international reference document that codifies the procedures, forms, and standards for DVI operations. Currently in its second version (Version 2, 2018)....
- Pink Form (AM Dental)
- The INTERPOL DVI ante-mortem dental form, colour-coded pink to prevent confusion with PM data. Completed by the AM team from family interview,...
- Plass Data / DVI System International
- A Norwegian software company (Plass Data Software AS) and their DVI management product, the most widely deployed dedicated DVI database platform globally,...
- Yellow Form (PM Dental)
- The INTERPOL DVI post-mortem dental form, colour-coded yellow. Completed by the forensic odontologist at the mortuary from direct examination of the remains....
Explained in
- The INTERPOL DVI Dental Process and ReconciliationAn AM/PM pairing proposed by the database software or by manual review as possibly representing the same individual, based on concordant dental (or other) feat...