CASE 23 Official

  By Arushi Mathur, Sristi Dutta and Surya Gayathri (Interns at C.A.S.E. 23). Click to read

  By Vaishali Rajoriya(Volunteer at C.A.S.E. 23) A critical concept in forensic toxicology, which refers to changes in the concentration of substances in the body following death, is postmortem redistribution. This phenomenon can significantly impact the interpretation of toxicological analyses and forensic investigations. Understanding the mechanisms and implications of postmortem redistribution is essential for accurate death investigations and legal outcomes. Mechanisms of Redistribution Postmortem redistribution occurs due to the cessation of circulatory and metabolic processes, which leads to the redistribution of substances within the body. After death, the lack of blood circulation causes the concentration of drugs and toxins in various tissues to become uneven. Several factors contribute to this redistribution: 1. Diffusion : After death, the equilibrium between blood and tissues starts to shift. Substances that were previously distributed in the bloodstream begin to diffus...

    Postmortem Redistribution Author: Vaishali Rajoriya, Masters of Forensic Science NFSU, Bhopal. A critical concept in forensic toxicology, which refers to changes in the concentration of substances in the body following death, is postmortem redistribution. This phenomenon can significantly impact the interpretation of toxicological analyses and forensic investigations. Understanding the mechanisms and implications of postmortem redistribution is essential for accurate death investigations and legal outcomes. Mechanisms of Redistribution Postmortem redistribution occurs due to the cessation of circulatory and metabolic processes, which leads to the redistribution of substances within the body. After death, the lack of blood circulation causes the concentration of drugs and toxins in various tissues to become uneven. Several factors contribute to this redistribution: 1. Diffusion : After death, the equilibrium between blood and tissues starts to shift. Substances that were pr...