Tag: algor mortis
Time Since Death Estimation: How Forensic Pathologists Determine the Postmortem Interval
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 29 2026
Discover how forensic pathologists estimate the postmortem interval using algor, livor, and rigor mortis, plus advanced techniques like vitreous chemistry and entomology.
Rigor Mortis: Assessment and Significance in Forensic Pathology
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : May 23 2026
Rigor mortis is not a precise clock for estimating time of death. Learn how forensic pathologists actually assess postmortem stiffness, why temperature matters, and how to avoid common errors in PMI estimation.