If a body was lying on their back when they died, and was moved to their front after 12 hours, where would one see the skin discoloration from pooling blood?

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Gustavo Stephenson

11 May, 16:51

If a body was lying on their back when they died, and was moved to their front after 12 hours, where would one see the skin discoloration from pooling blood?

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Cindy Glass · Answer 1

Answer:the parts of the body which is nearest to the ground ie thier back will show discoloration

Explanation:

If the body remains at a position for long hours, the parts of the body which is nearest to the ground can develop a skin discoloration as a result of pooling of blood in the tissues and this is called livor mortis, which tends to be permanent from 8Hours upwards.