AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Some organs need to be examined in close detail during a post-mortem. These investigations can take several weeks to complete. The pathologist will return the organs to the body after the post-mortem has been completed. If you wish, you’ll usually be able to view the body after the examination.

Detailed explanation-2: -This period runs from 3 to 72 hours after death. The early post-mortem phase is most frequently estimated using the classical triad of post-mortem changes – rigor mortis, livor mortis, and algor mortis.

Detailed explanation-3: -When will the post mortem examination be carried out? The post mortem examination is usually carried out as soon as possible after death, usually within 2 to 3 working days following the death. The earlier the examination is held the more chance of it yielding useful information.