Forensic medicine – MCQ 39 – Cyanide poisoning
At autopsy, the cyanide poisoning case will show the following features, except:
A. Characteristic bitter lemon smell
B. Congested organs
C. The skin may be pinkish or cherry red in colour
D. Erosion and haemorrhages in oesophagus and stomach
Correct answer : A. Characteristic bitter lemon smell
In cyanide poisoning, the characteristic smell is that of bitter almonds.