Autopsy and Pathology Services

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A private autopsy and pathology review provide an insight into the circumstances that led to the loss of a loved one, as well as genetic conditions that may affect surviving and future generations.

Autopsies often reveal issues that were not suspected during life and provide the ultimate evaluation of the quality of medical care.

Pathology and Autopsy Services
Autopsy reports provide conclusive opinion on the cause of death

Private Autopsy & Pathology

Our main goal is to provide a valuable service to the bereaved families. Our autopsy reports provide a detailed insight into the cause of death and contributing factors.

 

The most important result of the autopsy and anatomical pathology review is closure and peace of mind. In some cases, the autopsy findings provide solid evidence for legal proceedings.

 

Contact us and provide a brief description of your case. A telephone consultation will be necessary to determine if we can provide assistance. If you decide that our expertise and resources might benefit your case, we will discuss costs involved and schedule the autopsy.

Expert Witness Service for lawsuits

Medical Expert Witness

Our anatomic pathologists provide independent and unbiased opinion, which may assist lawyers in medical malpractice and wrongful death cases, and are available to testify as expert witness in court.

 

LabFlorida PAG has developed a reputation in Florida courts and we have provided valuable support for many law firms.

 

Autopsy reports and pathology expert testimony is always a critical part of any suit.

 

Each case is meticulously documented with test results, microscopic reviews and autopsy photos. Collected specimens are stored for any additional research for the duration of the litigation.

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  • General Autopsy

    Required for majority of cases and includes organ and specimen procurement. Further specialized testing can be done on retained specimens later.

  • Limited Autopsy

    Examination focused on a specified area or organ, e.g brain, is sometimes sufficient for clinically well documented and undisputable cases.

  • Exhumation Autopsy

    May be required if an autopsy had not been conducted and there are unanswered questions.

  • Histology

    The study of the microscopic anatomy of cells and tissues done by a pathologist, aka "micro", is always included in all of our evaluations and reports.

  • Neurological Brain Exam

    Post-mortem study of the brain is critical for any death investigation. Few autopsies of natural death cases can be conclusive without it. Read more

  • DNA Banking & Paternity Analysis

    With recent advances in genetics the data obtained during an autopsy evaluation could be very valuable for the family.

  • Toxicology Studies

    Most evaluations can be done without toxicology lab work (which is expensive, and often inconclusive). In some cases, however, these tests are required.

  • Asbestos & Mesothelioma

    We provide conclusive evidence on all cancers related to exposure to any known toxic and life-threatening materials.

  • Medico-Legal Chart/Case Review

    An autopsy report is a high value medicolegal instrument in wrongful death, medical malpractice, toxic torts, and personal injury cases.

How families benefit from the autopsy

For families, the autopsy has both tangible and psychological benefits. Uncertainty regarding the cause of an individual's death can delay payment of insurance benefits, or execution of the will.


  • Knowing the specific cause of death may ease the stress of the unknown, resolve complicated issues surrounding the death, and be comforting to the family and friends.

  • Discovering inherited, familial or infectious diseases may help through early diagnosis and treatment, and in family planning.

  • Uncovering evidence of a work-related disease might lead to compensation for the family.

  • Providing crucial information for the settling of insurance claims or death benefits may result in better benefits for the family.

  • Finding that diagnosis and treatment was appropriate or inappropriate, which may help clear legal disputes.

Frequent Autopsy Requests

Cause and manner of death
47%
Evaluation of quality of healthcare
26%
Dementia or other neurology
11%
Sudden/Unexplained death
7%
Exposure to toxic materials
3%
Fetal autopsy
2%
Other
4%