05 mCi of I-131 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES IN HANDLING RADIOACTIVE CADAVERS- The precautions in handling radioactive cadavers depend on the nature and quantity of the radionuclide present and on the type of handling intended (e.g. autopsy or embalming prior to burial). Post-moem Examinations- When post-moem examinations are performed at places other than treatment centres, no special precautions are necessary provided that the activities remaining in the cadaver who do not exceed 05 mCi of I-131.