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Molecular autopsies

Molecular Autopsy Implementation Panel

This event features a multi-disciplinary panel of experts including forensic pathologists, medical examiners, cardiologists, geneticists, genetic counselors, and cardiac geneticists. Additionally, five pre-recorded presentations are available to familiarize oneself with molecular autopsies and provide context for the live expert panel discussion.

Genetic Variants Linked to Sudden Unexplained Deaths

Date Published
May 17, 2021

Researchers improve molecular autopsy accuracy by identifying more genetic variants that could lead to sudden unexplained deaths. These genetic clues may better inform criminal investigations and help prevent deaths in surviving family members.