Why might fluid leak from areas of the body during skin procurement?

Fluid may leak from areas of the body during skin procurement primarily because exposing the dermis can disrupt its natural barrier. The dermis contains blood vessels and interstitial fluid that can escape when the skin is removed or compromised. This exposure allows for fluids that would normally be contained within the skin layers to seep out, leading to leakage. When skin is procured, if the underlying structures, particularly the dermis, are not carefully handled, it can result in a loss of these fluids, which is a common occurrence in such procedures.

While other reasons like infection, over-embalming, or insufficient suction could potentially lead to fluid leakage, the direct action of exposing the dermis during skin procurement is a more immediate and clear cause for fluid loss.