Time of Death Calculator

Time of Death Calculator

Estimate time of death using body and ambient temperature

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How it works: Enter the body temperature at discovery, ambient temperature, and time since last seen alive to estimate the time of death (using the Glaister equation).

Tips

  • Normal body temp: 98.6°F
  • Glaister equation: (98.4 - body temp) / 1.5 = hours since death
  • Accuracy decreases after 24 hours
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