Anatomy body bequests
The following pages contain information for people wishing to bequeath their bodies for use in anatomy teaching and research.
The use of anatomical bequests is governed by the Human Tissue Act and Human Tissue Authority. Further information can be found at the HTA website: www.hta.gov.uk (opens in new browser window)
The ways in which bequeathed bodies are used at the Department of Anatomy at the University of Bristol are described in the following document: Donating your body to the Department of Anatomy University of Bristol (pdf, 111KB, opens in new browser window).
Detailed instructions are enclosed including answers to the following:
- What will my body be used for?
- Notes for completion of Bequest Form (UoBANAT1)
- General information for the person with responsibility for the body after death
- Instructions for the person with responsibility for the body after death
We feel it is vitally important that you read and understand all the information before completing and signing the bequest consent form (pdf, 82KB, opens in new browser window).
For any further clarification or information on bequeathing your body to the Department of Anatomy please contact our Bequest Office directly on 0117 928 7415, email: anat-bequestoffice@bristol.ac.uk