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Research Progress of Metabolomics in Forensic Pathology
T S Du1, M M Mengxi1, X Ye1
1Department of Forensic Medicine, School of Basic Medical Sciences, Fudan University, Shanghai 200032, China.
Fa Yi Xue Za Zhi
|July 25, 2020
Summary
Metabolomics, the study of metabolites, offers new forensic pathology applications beyond toxicology. This research explores its potential in determining postmortem interval and cause of death.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Science
- Systems Biology
- Metabolomics
Background:
- Metabolomics emerged in the post-genomic era, studying organism responses to stimuli and disease.
- Currently, forensic applications of metabolomics are primarily in toxicology.
- Advancements suggest broader utility in forensic pathology.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review major metabolomic analysis techniques and methods.
- To describe the current research status of metabolomics in forensic pathology.
- To discuss potential applications in forensic pathology, including PMI and COD determination.
Main Methods:
- Review of major metabolomic analysis techniques.
- Summary of current research on metabolomic applications in forensic pathology.
- Discussion of potential future applications.
Main Results:
- Metabolomics has significant potential beyond forensic toxicology.
- Techniques are being generalized for broader forensic pathology use.
- Applications for postmortem interval and cause of death determination are foreseeable.
Conclusions:
- Metabolomics presents a promising frontier for forensic pathology.
- Further research can enhance its application in forensic investigations.
- This review provides a reference for future research and application.
