The branch of medicine concerned with the law, especially criminal law. The forensic pathologist is a doctor who specializes in the examination of bodies when circumstances suggest death was unnatural. Forensic pathologists may also examine victims of alleged sexual assault. Forensic scientists use laboratory methods to study body fluids (such as blood and semen) found on or near the victim and compare them with those from suspects. They are also trained in ballistics and the identification of fibres from clothing. In addition, forensic scientists may advise on blood groups and genetic fingerprinting in legal investigations.
Forensic medicine |
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