Processing Human Remains Flashcards

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custody

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processing the remains and responsible for them

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jurisdiction

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power to make legal decisions over the remains

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3
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what systems are in place for evidence and lab access?

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human remains need to be inaccessible to the public
forensic labs have systems that monitor who enters and exits
need clearance to enter the lab
active cases may be stored in a secure evidence room

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safety in the lab

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autoclaves
immunizations 
biohazard containers 
cleaning products
PPE
eye wash and showers
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5
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what does forensic anthropology do in the lab?

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accession
maceration
analysis
quality assurance

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accession

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the process by which remains become evidence
begins when the forensic anthropologist is given custody of the remains
tracks the movement of evidence from one place to another

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chain of custody

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awareness of the location of evidence at all times

maintenance at a secure location, restricted access, log handling, transport, analysis, and examination

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case number

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unique identifier for the lab

tracks case movement through the lab

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9
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case log book

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includes all cases done in the lab

details the case numbers and some basic info for the case

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processing log

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filled out by lab coordinator/director
details pre-analysis and analytical steps for the case
varies based on the specifics of the case
details who and what preformed procedures

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case file

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holds all paperwork for the case
stored at the lab
holds the chain of custody, analytical forms, photographs, radiographs, testimonies, correspondence, and the final report

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12
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maceration

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process where soft tissue is removed from decomposing or mummified remains
tissue can obscure important skeletal features
remains are deemed biohazardous

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13
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steps of hot water maceration

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  1. remove bulk of the tissue
  2. disarticulate sections of the body
  3. put remains in water
  4. place bones on rack to dry
    may take up to 7 days to complete
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14
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what are the other types of maceration?

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cold water, chemical, demisted beetles

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demisted beetles

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consume soft tissues including cartilage and tendons
will not eat outer layer of the skin
can deflesh in 10-14 days
less invasive than other methods

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