If a body is left undisturbed, for how long does post moem staining persists -: (A) Few hours, (B) Few days, (C) Few months, (D) Persists till merges with discolouration of putrefaction
Answer is D. Postmoem staining occurs sholy after death and persists until putrefaction sets in which is also known as primary lividity. Dr.Narayana Reddys Synopsis of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology 27th edition pg. 76.