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Which of the following causes a post-mortem extravascular blood discoloration?

A) Hemolysis
B) Hypostasis
C) Algor mortis
D) Rigor mortis

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Final answer:

Hypostasis causes post-mortem extravascular blood discoloration. Correct option is B.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is B) Hypostasis. Hypostasis, also known as lividity, is the settling of blood in the lower parts of the body after death. It causes a discoloration of the skin and tissues in those dependent areas.

This occurs due to gravity pulling the blood down and causing it to pool.

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