“Can pathologists identify remains over 10 years old?”
I am a 26 year old female. I want to know can pathologists identify remains over 10 years old?
4 Answers
It is done by dental records; Bone DNA is use for positive identification. Physical attributes and mitochondrial DNA in the bones and teeth can be used to confirm relationship of old deceased or living descendants. Thank you.
Identification is possible in most circumstances.
Absolutely! But there are many variables such as the condition of the remains and if there are pre-death records and/or DNA material to match with the remains.
Dr. Joseph Felo
Dr. Joseph Felo
Yes, they can with the right skill set and equipment.
RB Thomas, MD
RB Thomas, MD
