final cause

The final cause of death is pending further testing to determine whether the baby was born alive or stillborn, the affidavit said.

It may take three to six months before the final causes of death are determined, the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner’s office said in an email.

The leading pathologist said the final cause of death was "not clear" due to the numerous injuries that could have led to Alfie's death.

British actor Julian Sands' final cause of death has been deemed undetermined.

Scientists will determine the final cause of death based on pending lab results.