Breslau Test

 

                                 

       Breslau's test is a forensic method used to determine if a baby was born alive. 

Breslau's 2nd life test

The test involves examining the stomach and intestines for the presence of air. If the stomach and intestines float in water, it suggests the baby was born alive because air would have been present due to respiration. If they sink, it may indicate the baby was stillborn

• Double ligate the stomach and cut between two ligatures. 
• Put stomach in water. 
• Open the stomach inside the water.
• If air is present → Bubbles will form. 

Breslau's 1st life test

• It is also known as the Lung float test/ RAYGAT’S test/ Hydrostatic test
• Based on specific gravity. 
• Based on the residual volume. 
• Residual volume
  • Volume of air that cannot be expired even with forceful expiration.

Snapshot

1.                              Breslau's 1st life test 
   •                               Air in the lung
   •                                     Breslau's 2nd life test
   •                     Air in the stomach or intestine.
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