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What is the purpose of decalcification in histotechnologist's work?
The purpose of decalcification is to enable the histotechnologist to cut soft sections of the bone using the microtome.
How does decalcification assist in the cutting process of bone sections?
Decalcification softens the bone, allowing the histotechnologist to cut thin sections using the microtome.
What tool does the histotechnologist use to cut soft sections of the bone?
The histotechnologist uses a microtome to cut soft sections of the bone after decalcification.
Test your knowledge on decalcification with this quiz! Learn about the histological process of removing calcium ions from bones and calcified tissues, making them more flexible and easier to cut.
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