FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is the autopsy being performed?
The autopsies are mainly performed at one of our establishments here in the Kansas City area. Funeral Directors handle the transport and delivery of the body to our location. We can also arrange transportation to our place with an outside agency.
Autopsies and also be performed in the funeral home where the body is located. Prior consent from the mortuary must be obtained first before their establishment can be used.
Where is the autopsy being performed?
The autopsies are mainly performed at one of our establishments here in the Kansas City area. Funeral Directors handle the transport and delivery of the body to our location. We can also arrange transportation to our place with an outside agency.
Autopsies and also be performed in the funeral home where the body is located. Prior consent from the mortuary must be obtained first before their establishment can be used.
- What is an autopsy?
- Can I arrange an autopsy for myself and request a particular procedure be performed?
- Who can request an autopsy?
- Where is the autopsy being performed?
- Will I be able to have a funeral once the autopsy is complete?
- How much does an autopsy cost?
- How long does it take to get the autopsy report?
- Why perform an autopsy?
- Can I limit the autopsy to a particular part of the body?
- How long does an autopsy take and when will the body be released?
- How can families benefit from an autopsy?
- How soon should an autopsy be performed?
- Once the body has had an autopsy from another agency, can I have another one for a second opinion?
- Can an exhumed body be autopsied?
- Can I talk to somebody about my wishes and concerns regarding the autopsy?