Cadaver Transport Equipment for Anatomy Labs — Cots, Carts, and Carriers
University anatomy programs and body donation programs need cadaver transport equipment at multiple stages of the donor workflow: intake removal, in-facility transfer, lab-to-cooler movement, and table-height positioning for dissection. This post covers each stage and the right AMC equipment for each.
Stage 1: Donor Intake — Mortuary Cots
Donor cadaver transport begins with removal from the place of death or hospital. AMC first-call mortuary cots are the standard for this stage:
- PRO 1000X — 1,000 lb for bariatric donors
- PRO 650X — 650 lb for standard donor intake
- 500E — 550 lb for high-volume low-cost programs
See: Cadaver Transport Equipment Hub.
Stage 2: In-Facility Movement — Cadaver Stretcher Carts
Once a donor arrives at the anatomy facility, in-facility movement from loading dock to cooler storage requires a flat-surface transport cart sized for standard doorway clearance. The Cadaver Stretcher Cart 1038-1CST is the standard anatomy lab configuration.
Stage 3: Public-Area Transport — Covered Cadaver Carriers
Movement through public corridors, elevators, and building common spaces requires a covered cadaver carrier for dignity and discretion. AMC offers two covered carrier options:
- Hydraulic Concealed Cadaver Transport Cart — powered height adjustment, full coverage
- Covered Cadaver Carrier with Hand Crank — manual height adjustment, lower cost
See: Cadaver Carts & Cadaver Carriers Hub.
Stage 4: Table Transfer — Autopsy Trolleys
For ME offices and pathology departments within the same anatomy facility, the Hydraulic Autopsy Trolley with Removable Top allows body transfer at autopsy table height without manual lifting. The removable top serves as both a transport surface and a modular table extension.
University Procurement
AMC cadaver transport equipment is available under university purchase orders. Tax exemption forms and W-9 available on request. → Submit Cadaver Transport Equipment RFQ.
