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An autopsy is performed on a dead animal or person to investigate the cause of death or other information.
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What are the common reasons for needing to perform an autopsy on a deceased human?
The main reason for performing an autopsy on a deceased human is so that it can be determined what the cause of death was. This can be to see if the deceased died of natural causes or if there was possible foul play involved.
What is a common ingredient in an autopsy chemical?
lanolin is a common ingredient in autopsy chemical. It is a emulsified oil.
What would perform the same function as DPIP in the living plant?
NADP + would perform the same function. During photosynthesis electrons are transferred there.
What is the branch of science that deals with autopsy?
Forensic Pathology.
Can you get DNA from an autopsy?
Yes but it doesn't take an autopsy to get a sample. A few hairs, saliva, semen etc. is enough and person can be alive. Paternity tests are done routinely this way.
Who would perform and autopsy?
a coroner
Why do you perform an autopsy?
To determine cause of death if unknown.
Why is kidney autopsy need?
A kidney autopsy may be needed to ascertain the cause of death. If blood and other DNA tests come back as inconclusive, it may be necessary to perform an autopsy.
What is the name of the body when you perform an autopsy?
Cadaver ; see related link for additional information .
Sometimes you don't know the real feelings inside?
Perform a self autopsy and find out?
Who is the most likely to perform a forensic autopsy?
doctorThe first answer is not true. The answer is a Forensic pathologist.
What is an autopsy and how can it be used to determine the cause of death?
A postmortem examination to discover the cause of death or the extent of disease: "an autopsy report".(Perform a postmortem examination on a body or organ).
What is the difference between necropsy and autopsy?
An autopsy is in reference to human deaths, only.(e.g.: They are performing the autopsy on my uncle this Monday.)A necropsy is in reference to all other animals.(e.g.: The vet is going to perform a necropsy on Fluffy after they put him down.)
Are you allowed to do an autopsy on a pope?
There is nothing to prevent a pope from being autopsied. However, the Roman Curia would have to give permission and they would only grant such permission if the death of the pope occurred under suspicious circumstances.
Is a coroners report the same as a autopsy report?
The meaning is very close. A coroner is a public official who performs autopsies. It is also possible for other doctors to perform them, although that would be unusual.
Will Police do another autopsy on Whitney Houston after Bobbi Kristina's murder?
Contrary to internet rumors, there is no reason for another autopsy, because there was no suspicion of murder or foul play of any kind. Whitney Houston died after drowning in her bathtub; but her autopsy showed her heart had been damaged by prolonged cocaine usage, which undoubtedly contributed to her death.
What kind of education do you need to perform an autopsy?
Medicine, MD - medical examiners are physicians.
