Post-mortem PCR not mandatory for all deaths
February 16, 2022 11:26 am
The Director-General of Health Services has issued a circular stating that post-mortem PCR is not mandatory for all deaths (hospital or non-hospital deaths).
A post-mortem PCR can be conducted at the discretion of the relevant Judicial Medical Officer (JMO) if required, Dr. Asela Gunawardena said further.
If diagnosed with Covid-19 infection, the method of disposal remains the same, adhering to previous circulars until further notice, the circular noted.
