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Can an autopsy be performed if the body has been embalmed?

April 26, 2017autopsy body embalmed Performed

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Can an autopsy be performed if the body has been embalmed?

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Yes, however, for the best outcome, an autopsy should be performed on an unembalmed body. If there is a long delay (beyond one week) between the time of death and the autopsy, embalming is recommended to preserve the body tissues. Embalming interferes with most of the toxicology studies.