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What is the primary purpose of inking during gross examination?
What is the primary purpose of inking during gross examination?
- To facilitate sectioning of the tissue
- To identify the tissue specimen (correct)
- To measure the tissue
- To examine the tissue microscopically
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn in the grossing station?
What personal protective equipment (PPE) should be worn in the grossing station?
- Lab coat and respirator
- Gown and face mask
- Gloves and safety glasses
- Disposable gloves, lab coat, and eye protection (correct)
What is the recommended size of tissue sections for processing?
What is the recommended size of tissue sections for processing?
- 5-6 mm
- 7-8 mm
- 1-2 mm
- 3-4 mm (correct)
Why should minute specimens be wrapped in filter paper and dabbed with color?
Why should minute specimens be wrapped in filter paper and dabbed with color?
When should the knife and gloves be changed during grossing?
When should the knife and gloves be changed during grossing?
What is a common disadvantage of using Tissue Transfer Type Cassettes?
What is a common disadvantage of using Tissue Transfer Type Cassettes?
Why is it important to close cassettes well during processing?
Why is it important to close cassettes well during processing?
What is a key factor to consider when evaluating the quality of a tissue section?
What is a key factor to consider when evaluating the quality of a tissue section?
What is the minimum recommended fluid level above the top of cassettes?
What is the minimum recommended fluid level above the top of cassettes?
What is the purpose of using notched cards or touch programs in automated processing?
What is the purpose of using notched cards or touch programs in automated processing?
Why is it important to use clean tissue cassettes and baskets?
Why is it important to use clean tissue cassettes and baskets?
What is the primary purpose of the gross examination in the histopathology laboratory?
What is the primary purpose of the gross examination in the histopathology laboratory?
What is checked before cutting the tissue in the grossing station?
What is checked before cutting the tissue in the grossing station?
What is the purpose of decalcification in tissue processing?
What is the purpose of decalcification in tissue processing?
What type of tissue processing involves the use of a reaction chamber and a microprocessor?
What type of tissue processing involves the use of a reaction chamber and a microprocessor?
What is the total processing time for automated tissue processing?
What is the total processing time for automated tissue processing?
What is the purpose of periodic visits to the grossing station?
What is the purpose of periodic visits to the grossing station?
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