When dealing with a homicide victim's clothing, which of the following procedures is the best way to capture any trace evidence?

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Examining the clothing for trace evidence prior to transporting the body for an autopsy and collecting any items that are found is the best way to capture trace evidence. This ensures that any trace evidence is not lost during transit and allows for timely analysis by forensic experts. Additionally, allowing the medical examiner to collect the clothing at the autopsy may result in cross-contamination and not fully utilizing the time-sensitive opportunity to collect trace evidence. Removing the clothes at the scene can also cause cross-contamination, and allowing the clothes to fully dry on the body can degrade any biological or chemical evidence present on the clothing.

When Dealing with a Homicide Victim's Clothing, Which of the Following