The formula to calculate the heart rate (HR) using the Glaister Equation is:
\[ HR = 98.4 + 0.41 \times (T - 36.9) \]
Where:
The Glaister Equation is used to estimate the heart rate based on body temperature. It is particularly useful in forensic science for estimating the time of death.
For example, if the body temperature (T) is 37.5°C, the heart rate (HR) can be calculated as follows:
\[ HR = 98.4 + 0.41 \times (37.5 - 36.9) = 98.4 + 0.41 \times 0.6 \approx 98.64 \text{ beats per minute} \]
So, the estimated heart rate for a body temperature of 37.5°C is approximately 98.64 beats per minute.