Journal Published Online: 01 July 1979
Volume 24, Issue 3

A Simple Method for Preparing Human Skeletal Material for Forensic Examination

CODEN: JFSCAS

Abstract

The examination of partially or totally decomposed bodies that may have skeletal changes or injuries of potential evidentiary value is a common problem faced by forensic scientists. In many such cases, thorough cleaning of the bone may be required for the examination, understanding, interpretation, and documentation of the injuries as well as for obtaining quality photographic evidence for presentation to a jury. Unfortunately, thorough cleaning of the bone is often not performed because of the time-consuming nature of the preparatory work, the cost, and the necessity of maintaining insect colonies.

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Stephens, BG
Office of the Medical Examiner-Coroner, San Francisco, Calif.
Pages: 3
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Stock #: JFS10885J
ISSN: 0022-1198
DOI: 10.1520/JFS10885J