Sudden Unexplained Infant Death Investigation Reporting Form (SUIDIRF)

The Sudden Unexplained Infant Death Investigation Reporting Form (SUIDIRF) was designed to help investigative agencies to better understand the circumstances and factors contributing to unexplained infant (less than 1 year old) deathsTo download the
SUIDIRF for use in Colorado jurisdictions, visit the SUIDIRF download webpage from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The SUIDIRF is important for several reasons:
  • Standardizes data collection that may improve classification of sleep-related infant deaths.
  • Assists in determining accurate cause of death by strengthening information about the circumstances of the death available before autopsy.
  • Guides investigators through the steps involved in an investigation.
  • Allows investigators to document their findings easily and consistently.
  • Produces information that researchers can use to recognize new threats and risk factors for sudden unexpected infant death (SUID) and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

The following information is collected on the SUIDIRF:
  • Investigation data.
  • Witness interview.
  • Infant’s medical history.
  • Infant’s dietary history.
  • Pregnancy history.
  • Incident scene investigation.
  • Investigation summary.
  • Investigation diagrams.
  • Summary for pathologist.

SUIDIRF Form and User Guide

If you have any questions or comments about the reporting form, please e-mail at cdcinfo@cdc.gov.



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