Information for anatomy schools

The Human Tissue Act 2004 permits, with consent, the donation of whole bodies for anatomical examination. It also allows for the storage and anatomical examination of a body, provided that it is carried out by or under the direction of a Designated Individual with consent, and providing that the death has been properly certified and registered.

The code of practice on anatomical examination provides guidance for people working in the anatomy sector and sets out the requirements which establishments must meet in order to obtain a licence to carry out an anatomical examination or to store anatomical specimens.

Model forms and bequeathal booklet

The HTA has produced a model bequeathal booklet and model forms to assist anatomy establishments:

• Anatomy forms
• Bequeathal booklet
• Body donation consent form

Updated March 2010