What is another word for autopsy?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːtɒpsˌi] (IPA) 
Autopsy is a term used to describe a medical examination of a body post-death to establish the cause of death. However, there are other phrases that can be used to describe this procedure. Post-mortem examination, necropsy, and dissection are all synonyms for an autopsy. Post-mortem examination is a common term used in the medical field, while necropsy is a term often used by veterinarians when examining dead animals. Dissection refers to the surgical procedure where a body is opened up and organs examined and studied. All of these terms refer to a procedure that is essential in determining the cause of death and should be done with care and respect for the deceased.
