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Why is an autopsy necessary if the cause of death seems obvious, such as a gunshot wound?

April 26, 2017autopsy cause death gunshot necessary obvious WOUND

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Why is an autopsy necessary if the cause of death seems obvious, such as a gunshot wound?

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A complete autopsy examination can help determine details necessary for determining the manner of death and provide information, which may be necessary for legal proceedings. Details in an autopsy report may include determination of direction of the wound, extent of injury, number of wounds, and range of fire (distance from muzzle to victim). Specimens are also obtained during the autopsy for drug and alcohol testing.