Breadcrumb Home Pathology PTH 4210 PTH 4210: Pathology Forensic Elective Program Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (RVUCOM) Variable Credits Forensic pathology is pathology that focuses on determining the cause of death by examining a corpse. Prerequisites Successful completion of all pre-clinical (Year 1 and Year 2) coursework and passing score on COMLEX Level 1.