Definitions

1. adjective

occurring or done before death, especially in medical or legal contexts.

“The autopsy was performed antemortem to determine the cause of the patient’s condition.”

2. adverb

before death.

“The doctor examined the patient antemortem to assess their health.”

3. noun

a medical or legal examination of a person while they are still alive, especially to determine the cause of their condition or to establish the extent of their injuries.

“The antemortem examination revealed evidence of the patient’s underlying health issues.”