RCPath (Royal College of Pathologists)
Definition
The UK professional body that sets training standards, runs the fellowship examination, and publishes practice guidelines for pathology, including forensic pathology. Its guidelines are the primary quality reference for forensic-pathology practice in England and Wales.
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- Forensic Medicine: Foundations, History and ScopeThe UK professional body that sets training standards, runs the fellowship examination, and publishes practice guidelines for pathology, including forensic pat...