What Challenges are Faced in Toxicological Autopsies?
Toxicological autopsies pose several challenges:
Decomposition: As the body decomposes, certain chemicals may degrade, making it difficult to detect them accurately. Postmortem redistribution: After death, some drugs may move between compartments in the body, complicating the interpretation of toxicological results. Interference: The presence of multiple substances can sometimes interfere with the detection and quantification of individual compounds. Limited sample availability: In some cases, the amount of available biological material is insufficient for comprehensive analysis.
