Looking for Post-Mortem Metabolomic Standardization: Waiting for Godot—The Importance of Post-Mortem Interval in Forensic Metabolomics

Chighine, Alberto

;Locci, Emanuela;Nioi, Matteo;d’Aloja, Ernesto

2021-01-01

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Abstract

A growing body of evidence suggests that the post-mortem interval exerts a strong effect on the metabolome, independently of the biological matrix or the cause of death. A sound and shared approach in standardization is mandatory.