Description

Some families may object to a complete autopsy being performed on a deceased relative. However, they may give permission to a less invasive post-mortem examination.


 

Partial autopsy:

(1) limited to a body region (thorax, abdomen)

(2) limited to a single organ

(3) limited to a needle biuopsy

(4) removal of a prosthesis or device

 

Radiology exam:

(1) MRI

 

Laboratory exam:

(1) cytogenetics

(2) biochemical or drug analysis

(3) body fluid analysis

 

Other:

(1) external examination with photograph

 


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