Hospital (Diener) Services Autopsy Support
Works under the technical and administrative direction of a pathologist. Obtains approval and instructions to begin autopsy, insures correct identification, via I.D. wristband, lays out standard autopsy instruments and apparel for the pathologist. Labels specimen jars, fills formalin containers, prepares tissue cassettes. Records the sex, ethnicity, height, weight, teeth, color of hair and eyes along with any visible scars or anomalies. Performs or assists with standard eviscerations techniques i.e., Block, Rokitansky or Virchow methods in accomplishing complete autopsy excision and dissection. Records weight of individual organs, draws blood and obtains other body fluids as requested. Sews, cleans, and re-wraps cadaver with a body bag. Cleans autopsy instruments, table and immediate area/room insuring established levels of sanitation, safety, privacy, decorum and cleanliness. Photographs specimen/organs upon request.
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