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1- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Medical College, JSS University, Mysore, Karnataka, India , chandparu20076@gmail.com
2- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Medical College, JSS University, Mysore, Karnataka, India
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Background: Formalin is an aqueous solution of formaldehyde. It is a protoplasmic poison and causes coagulation necrosis and tissue fixation.
Case:
A 19-year-old girl was brought for autopsy to the mortuary of JSS Medical College, Mysore.
Conclusion: Formalin is an unusual poison to be ingested for suicidal purposes due to selective availability and its strong taste and odor.
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Type of Study: Research | Subject: General

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