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livor mortis
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livor mortis [′lī‚vȯr ′mȯrd·əs]
(pathology)
The reddish-blue discoloration of the cadaver that occurs in the dependent portions of the body due to gradual gravitational flow of unclotted blood.


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When documenting the general appearance of the child, officers should note the body, face, head, and neck positions; rigor mortis; postmortem lividity (creating a drawing and depicting the pattern); birthmarks; body temperature; physical development; evidence of trauma; state of hydration; and any fluids (e.
 
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