In this episode, Brian talks about reasons why a person may request an autopsy or why the state may require one. This episode will answer the following questions:

• What does a Medical Examiner do?
• How does a Medical Examiner work with the funeral home?
• Why would someone need an autopsy?
• If someone dies outside of a medical facility, say at home from a fall or something, what is the procedure for handling that type of situation?
• When is a medical examiner involved?
• If an autopsy is needed, what should I expect?
• What does cause and manner of death mean?

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