Questions and Answers
What are some post mortem changes used to determine the time of death within 0-48 hours?
Rigor mortis, hypostasis, cooling of the body
What are some post mortem changes used to determine the time of death after 48 hours?
Decomposition, insects that start a life cycle on the body
Why is the post mortem interval important in murder investigations?
It helps establish a window period for death, excluding possible perpetrators and substantiating witness testimony.
