STAMFORD PATHOLOGY GROUP P.C.
STAMFORD HOSPITAL, DEPARTMENT OF PATHOLOGY

Autopsy Process

After contacting SPG and discussing the purpose/focus of the autopsy, SPG will fax you Authorization for Autopsy which you will have to sign and fax back. A bill/contract for the service will also be faxed to you. You will need to mail the original Authorization for Autopsy, executed contract, and personal or bank check to:
  • Stamford Pathology Group PC
  • P.O. Box 310
  • Wilton, CT 06897

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DAY 1

Discuss case with SPG. Fax back form and contract. Mail check with originals to SPG. Arrange transport from Funeral Home/Hospital/ Nursing Home to Stamford Hospital.

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DAY 2

Autopsy performed. Body returned to Funeral Home. Pathologist calls you with preliminary findings.

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DAY 15

Pathologist calls you with report of histological studies. Autopsy is complete and findings discussed.

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DAY 23

If brain is taken for neuropathology evaluation, it is now ready for examination. Brain is cut and section taken.

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DAY 33

Neuropathology evaluation is complete. Autospy report finalized. Findings discussed with you.