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Prepared by the CAP Forensic Pathology Committee in conjunction with the National Association of Medical Examiners, Basic Competencies in Forensic Pathology is a quick reference that outlines the concepts and techniques used in forensic pathology for pathologists in training and those who may do occasional forensic autopsies. The primer is based on the guidelines recommended by NAME for forensic pathology training in anatomic pathology residency programs. Aimed at providing a minimal working knowledge of forensic pathology, it addresses the differences between a hospital and forensic (medicolegal) autopsy, explains the "whats and whys" of forensic autopsies, and helps pathologists identify cases that require additional forensic expertise. | ||||||||||||