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Can the next-of-kin donate the body of a recently deceased relative?

from Anatomical Gift Whole Body Donation Guide
by Regina Lee

If prior enrollment is not required in a designated medical school, the next of kin, having custody of the body, may legally donate the body to science by signing a release form from the medical school.