What happens to a body after it's donated to science and research is done?

Question

Just throw it in the trash?

Answer 1

Many medical schools cremate the bodies.  Some hold memorial services, and family members may be allowed to attend.  A few universities, such as Wayne State, promise to return remains to family members.

Answer 2

You mean like cadavers and whatnot?

When I worked on a human cadaver they told me that afterwards the body will be cremated and then sent back home to the family for a proper burial.  So I guess thats what they do... to throw it in the trash would be pretty disrespectful dontcha think?

Hope that helps!

Answer 3

I lady I know donated her husbands body to a university medical program.  Afterwards, the body was cremated and returned to her.