Autopsy Tables & Morgue Tables
Autopsy tables and morgue tables from U.S. Pathology Equipment for hospitals, medical examiners and universities. Compare working height, surface size, drainage and load rating on fixed and adjustable models.
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Choosing an autopsy table
An autopsy table sets the pace of the whole post-mortem room. Compare each autopsy table by working height, top dimensions, drain path, perforated or solid top and the published load rating for bariatric cases. Fixed-height autopsy tables suit dedicated suites, while elevating and hydraulic autopsy tables let each pathologist set a comfortable working height. Most rooms pair the autopsy table with a grossing station, an autopsy sink and a transfer cart so the case moves from the cooler to the table without manual lifting.
Confirm before you order
Compare model-specific dimensions, capacities, materials and included components. Identify required utilities and installation services before ordering.
- Published load rating
- Height range and controls
- Drain position and connections
- Access around the working surface
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Purchasing and installation questions
What information should I provide for an equipment comparison?
Provide the intended use, required dimensions and capacity, available floor plan, delivery access, utilities and any existing equipment that must connect with the selected model. Include your project schedule so current availability can be checked.
Are installation, plumbing and ventilation included?
Check the selected product and written order scope. Coordinate assembly, plumbing, electrical work and any ventilation connections with the appropriate site contractors. Do not assume these services are included in the equipment price.
How do I confirm pricing, lead time and order terms?
Use the current model listing for published pricing and selections. Confirm the final scope and current timing before placing a custom or built-to-order order. Review the custom equipment policy and freight and delivery requirements.
Planning a new room or a replacement?
Send your floor plan, utilities and timeline, and we will match the equipment and confirm pricing in writing.
Autopsy table buying guide
Choose an autopsy table by the length of the room, fixed or pedestal mounting, and the ventilation and plumbing you need. Every table here is Type 304 stainless.
- Step 1
Fit the room
The 84 inch sink table suits smaller autopsy rooms and satellite morgues. The 101 inch table has a 79 inch sloped basin for full-length work.
- Step 2
Fixed or pedestal
The pedestal table elevates from 34½ to 46½ inches, rotates 180° either way and is rated 750 lb.
- Step 3
Plan air and water
The pedestal table has downdraft ventilation as standard. Sink tables drain to an integrated sink with faucet and spray hose.
| Table type | Key spec | Models and current price |
|---|---|---|
| Autopsy tables with sink | 84 and 101 inch | Autopsy Table with Integrated Sink, 84″ from $4,399.99Autopsy Table with Integrated Sink, 101″ from $4,399.99 |
| Pedestal autopsy table | 750 lb, elevating | Pedestal Autopsy Table, Elevating & Rotating from $23,755.05 |
| Dissection tables | Anatomy labs | Covered Cadaver Dissection Table from $3,900.60Vented Downdraft Dissection Table with Cover from $7,909.11Stainless Steel Dissection Table with Drawers from $2,997.25 |
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About Autopsy Tables
Autopsy tables — stainless steel, elevating, pedestal & downdraft
American Mortuary Coolers manufactures autopsy tables for forensic, hospital, academic, and veterinary settings. The current autopsy-table line includes stainless steel configurations for forensic, hospital, academic, and veterinary settings. Material grade, dimensions, top design, sink, ventilation, load rating, and accessories vary by model and project. We are a U.S. manufacturer selling factory-direct, not a distributor reselling another brand.
The line covers pedestal autopsy tables, elevating (hydraulic and electric, height-adjustable) autopsy tables, downdraft and backdraft ventilated tables, pass-through tables for high-throughput morgues, and pediatric and bariatric configurations. Integrated sink, hydro-aspirator, fume-hood, and drainage options are available on most models.
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Autopsy table types
Selecting the right autopsy table depends on caseload, procedure complexity, ceiling height, and ventilation requirements:
- — Pedestal autopsy tables — central-column support with a fixed-height work surface; the most economical configuration for general post-mortem use.
- — Elevating autopsy tables — hydraulic or electric height adjustment for ergonomic positioning across multiple examiners.
- — Downdraft & backdraft ventilated tables — integrated fume extraction that draws formalin vapor and odors away from the breathing zone.
- — Pass-through autopsy tables — high-throughput design for metropolitan medical examiner and coroner offices.
- — Pediatric autopsy tables — scaled surfaces for infant and small-specimen examinations.
- — Bariatric autopsy tables — reinforced, extra-capacity surfaces for heavier decedents.
Construction & standards
Autopsy-table construction varies by model; confirm stainless grade, welds, work surface, drainage, and cleanability on the current specification. Surfaces are finished with rounded edges, seamless welds, and sloped, perforated tops that drain to an integrated sink or drain bucket. Hot/cold mixing fixtures, hydro-aspirator vacuum control, and removable specimen trays are available. Equipment selection should be coordinated with the facility's exposure-control, ventilation, sanitation, plumbing, and safety requirements.
Where these tables are used
Our autopsy and dissection tables serve medical examiner and coroner offices, hospital pathology departments, university medical schools and gross anatomy labs, forensic science centers, and veterinary necropsy facilities. The same stainless platforms support post-mortem examination, anatomical dissection, tissue harvesting, and teaching demonstrations.
Manufacturer-direct vs. distributor
For project comparisons, use the same written specification for each quote: dimensions, stainless grade, load rating, sink and drainage, ventilation, accessories, submittals, freight, installation scope, warranty, and service.
Frequently asked questions
What types of autopsy tables do you manufacture?
We build pedestal, elevating (hydraulic and electric), downdraft and backdraft ventilated, pass-through, pediatric, and bariatric autopsy tables, with integrated sink, fume-hood, and drainage options on most models.
What stainless steel grade are your autopsy tables made from?
Stainless grade and fabrication details vary by table. Confirm the current material specification, weld construction, finish, and cleaning guidance for the selected model.
Are your autopsy tables made in the USA?
Manufacturing location, sourcing, and available customization should be confirmed for the selected table on the current quote and submittal.
Do autopsy tables include ventilation and a sink?
Most configurations offer downdraft or backdraft ventilation to control formalin vapor and odors, plus an integrated sink with hot/cold fixtures and hydro-aspirator vacuum control. These are specified per order.
Do you offer pediatric and bariatric autopsy tables?
Yes. Pediatric tables provide scaled surfaces for infant and small-specimen work, and bariatric tables provide reinforced, extra-capacity surfaces for heavier decedents.
How do I get pricing for an autopsy table?
Pricing is configuration-dependent. Submit the required dimensions, utilities, ventilation needs, accessories, and procurement information for a written quote.
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Autopsy Table Procurement Checklist
- Work surface: dimensions, fixed vs. elevating height, load rating, top style, drainage slope, and sink position.
- Ventilation: downdraft/backdraft requirements, duct connection, room exhaust design, and service access.
- Utilities: hot/cold water, drain, vacuum or hydro-aspirator, electrical service, GFCI, and controls.
- Accessories: specimen trays, scales, spray hose, eyewash, disposal, storage, and splash protection.
- Project documents: current drawings, submittals, material specification, freight, installation scope, warranty, and service information.
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Reviewed by the American Mortuary Coolers / U.S. Pathology Equipment team. Model-level specifications and approved submittals control where they differ from category guidance.
What is an autopsy table?
An autopsy table is a stainless steel work surface used for post-mortem examinations. Most are built from 304 stainless with an integrated sink, faucet, drainage slope and hydro-aspirator, and many add downdraft or backdraft ventilation to pull fumes away from the pathologist. Working heights usually fall between 32 and 38 inches, with elevating models that adjust to the user. Bariatric models are commonly rated around 600 to 750 lb or more; capacity is confirmed on each model's spec sheet.
Autopsy table vs. embalming table
| Autopsy table | Embalming table | |
|---|---|---|
| Used by | Medical examiners, coroners, hospital pathology, forensic and teaching labs | Funeral homes and mortuary prep rooms |
| Purpose | Post-mortem examination, organ dissection and specimen collection | Arterial embalming, cavity treatment and preparation for viewing |
| Typical build | 304 stainless top, integrated sink, faucet, hydro-aspirator, often downdraft or backdraft ventilation | Stainless or porcelain top, drain channel, hydraulic or pedestal base |
| Utilities | Hot/cold water, drain, electrical, exhaust duct | Drain and water; ventilation is usually handled by the room |
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Quick answers
What are autopsy tables called?
Autopsy tables are also called morgue tables, post-mortem tables, necropsy tables (in veterinary use), pathology tables and dissection tables. Ventilated versions are called downdraft or backdraft autopsy tables.
What is the difference between an autopsy table and an embalming table?
An autopsy table is built for post-mortem examination, with an integrated sink, aspirator and often ventilation. An embalming table is built for funeral home preparation and focuses on drainage and positioning.
Where can I buy an autopsy table?
U.S. Pathology Equipment builds pedestal, elevating, downdraft and bariatric autopsy tables to order and ships nationwide. You can request a formal quote online or call 1-888-792-9315.
What height should an autopsy table be?
Fixed tables typically run 32 to 38 inches to the work surface. Elevating tables let each pathologist set a comfortable height, which reduces strain over long cases.
How much weight can an autopsy table hold?
Standard tables handle typical adult cases, and bariatric tables are commonly rated around 600 to 750 lb or more. Check the rated capacity on the model spec sheet before ordering.
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Stainless Steel Autopsy Table Comparison
An autopsy table, also called a morgue table, is a stainless steel post-mortem examination table that drains fluids to a sink or drain. These are the current U.S. Pathology Equipment autopsy table models.
Autopsy Table Models
| Model | Type | Key specs |
|---|---|---|
| Adjustable-Height Pedestal Autopsy Table (USPE-1035-PED) | Elevating pedestal | Hydraulic foot-pump height adjustment; 304 stainless dissection-grade top; integrated waste channel |
| Autopsy Table with Integrated Sink (USPE-1035-8PAT) | Pedestal with sink | 104 x 32 in. 304 stainless top; 32 to 38 in. working height; built-in sink |
| Autopsy Station with Center Sink (1036-11) | Dissection sink station | 304 stainless; center sink, hydro aspirator, spray hose; vented or non-vented |
Autopsy Table FAQ
What is a morgue table?
A morgue table is the everyday name for an autopsy table: a stainless steel table with a sloped or perforated top that drains fluids to a sink or drain during a post-mortem examination.
What is a stainless steel autopsy table made of?
Our autopsy tables use 304 stainless steel, which resists corrosion from water, fluids and disinfectants and can be cleaned to a sanitary finish.
What are the main types of autopsy tables?
Pedestal tables on a single central column, elevating tables with hydraulic or electric height adjustment, tables with an integrated sink, and ventilated downdraft tables. Dissection and grossing stations are related fixtures.
Where can I buy an autopsy table?
You can order online here or request a quote at 1-888-792-9315. Hospitals, medical examiners and universities can pay by purchase order.
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