FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I arrange an autopsy for myself and request a particular procedure be performed?
Yes, you can arrange a complete or partial autopsy on yourself just like what you would do at a funeral home arranging your own funeral service. We will work with you to document your wishes and carry them out after you have died. Most requests are possible but we suggest talking to a member of our staff to discuss your options. You will need to inform other members of your family, friends or your funeral director of your intentions, so our office can be called at the time of death.
Can I arrange an autopsy for myself and request a particular procedure be performed?
Yes, you can arrange a complete or partial autopsy on yourself just like what you would do at a funeral home arranging your own funeral service. We will work with you to document your wishes and carry them out after you have died. Most requests are possible but we suggest talking to a member of our staff to discuss your options. You will need to inform other members of your family, friends or your funeral director of your intentions, so our office can be called at the time of death.
- What is an autopsy?
- Can I arrange an autopsy for myself and request a particular procedure be performed?
- Who can request an autopsy?
- Where is the autopsy being performed?
- Will I be able to have a funeral once the autopsy is complete?
- How much does an autopsy cost?
- How long does it take to get the autopsy report?
- Why perform an autopsy?
- Can I limit the autopsy to a particular part of the body?
- How long does an autopsy take and when will the body be released?
- How can families benefit from an autopsy?
- How soon should an autopsy be performed?
- Once the body has had an autopsy from another agency, can I have another one for a second opinion?
- Can an exhumed body be autopsied?
- Can I talk to somebody about my wishes and concerns regarding the autopsy?