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autopsy

[aw-top-see, aw-tuhp-] / ˈɔ tɒp si, ˈɔ təp- /
NOUN
examination of dead body
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An autopsy did not reveal a clear explanation for his death.

From Science Daily

There are just two perinatal pathologists based at Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust - they conduct autopsies on foetuses and babies for the whole region.

From BBC

He didn’t say whether the analysis included any evidence, such as autopsies or medical records, other than the reports, which can be incorrect or incomplete.

From The Wall Street Journal

The woman was transported to the county Coroner’s Office where an autopsy found injuries consistent with a fall, the sheriff’s department said.

From Los Angeles Times

County Medical Examiner from divulging autopsy results and other details related to the girl’s death that would otherwise be public.

From Los Angeles Times