Postmortem basics and techniques in backyard poultry

Background : Accurate postmortem examinations play a critical role in the formulation of an appropriate differential diagnosis list in poultry medicine; however, such examinations represent only a momentary snapshot, reflecting the condition of one or more birds within a larger population. Ensuring that the findings observed on the pathology table accurately reflect the broader on‐site situation is essential for guiding further diagnostic testing, as well as for developing effective treatment or preventive strategies. Aim of the article : This article provides an overview of the systematic approach to investigating poultry pathology cases. It outlines the key techniques involved in obtaining diagnostic information through postmortem examination and discusses their practical application.