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What is the primary function of hematoxylin in the H&E staining process?
What is the primary function of hematoxylin in the H&E staining process?
Which of the following best describes the process of sectioning tissue samples using the freezing technique?
Which of the following best describes the process of sectioning tissue samples using the freezing technique?
What is the primary difference between light microscopy and transmission electron microscopy (TEM)?
What is the primary difference between light microscopy and transmission electron microscopy (TEM)?
Which of the following components does eosin primarily bind to during the staining process?
Which of the following components does eosin primarily bind to during the staining process?
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What is the maximum magnification power achieved by light microscopy as mentioned?
What is the maximum magnification power achieved by light microscopy as mentioned?
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What is the primary purpose of tissue fixation during the paraffin technique?
What is the primary purpose of tissue fixation during the paraffin technique?
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Which of the following best describes the process of dehydration in the paraffin technique?
Which of the following best describes the process of dehydration in the paraffin technique?
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What role does the clearing step play in the paraffin embedding process?
What role does the clearing step play in the paraffin embedding process?
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In which temperature range should the tissue be impregnated with melted soft paraffin?
In which temperature range should the tissue be impregnated with melted soft paraffin?
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What is the maximum suggested size for tissue samples before fixation in the paraffin technique?
What is the maximum suggested size for tissue samples before fixation in the paraffin technique?
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What is the purpose of sectioning in the parraffin embedding process?
What is the purpose of sectioning in the parraffin embedding process?
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Which component is NOT involved in the dehydration step of the paraffin technique?
Which component is NOT involved in the dehydration step of the paraffin technique?
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What is the significance of using a microtome in the paraffin technique?
What is the significance of using a microtome in the paraffin technique?
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What is the magnifying power range of a light microscope (LM)?
What is the magnifying power range of a light microscope (LM)?
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Which characteristic differentiates Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM) from Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM)?
Which characteristic differentiates Transmission Electron Microscopes (TEM) from Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM)?
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What does resolution in microscopy refer to?
What does resolution in microscopy refer to?
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Why is fixation of tissue essential before microscopy?
Why is fixation of tissue essential before microscopy?
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What is the resolving power of an electron microscope?
What is the resolving power of an electron microscope?
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What does a phase contrast microscope primarily allow for?
What does a phase contrast microscope primarily allow for?
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In histology, what is the common thickness for sections prepared for light microscopy using a microtome?
In histology, what is the common thickness for sections prepared for light microscopy using a microtome?
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Which statements are true regarding acidophilia and basophilia in H&E stained sections?
Which statements are true regarding acidophilia and basophilia in H&E stained sections?
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Study Notes
Histology Lab 1: Micro-techniques
- Course: BMS111
- Lab: Histology, Micro-technique
- Instructor: Dr. Manal Shaaban Hafez
- Institution: Galala University, Faculty of Medicine
- Semester: Fall 2024-2025
Learning Objectives (ILOs)
- Identify different micro-techniques used in tissue preparation
- Demonstrate the paraffin technique steps and their significance
- Recognize light microscope components
- Use a microscope to examine histological sections
Histology
- The study of cellular organization in tissues and organs
Light Microscopy
- Used in histological and pathological examinations
Micro-techniques
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Microscopic study of cells & tissues:
- In tissue culture and stem cells
- In histological sections
- Paraffin technique
- Freezing technique
- Celloidin technique
Paraffin Technique
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Steps:
- Obtain specimen
- Fixation
- Dehydration (ascending grades of alcohol)
- Clearing in xylol
- Impregnation in paraffin
- Embedding in paraffin
- Cut sections
- Pick sections on glass slides
1-Tissue Sampling
- Small pieces (1 cm³)
- Cut with sharp instruments
- Methods:
- Immediately: biopsy, after death, after operation, from experimental animals
2- Fixation (10% Formalin Saline)
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Aim:
- Prevent putrefaction
- Prevent autolysis
- Preserve tissue structure
- Harden tissue
- Coagulate proteins
3- Dehydration
- Gradual removal of water from tissues using ascending alcohol concentrations (50%, 70%, 90%, then 100%)
4- Clearing
- Replacing alcohol with a clearing fluid (e.g., benzene, xylol)
- Tissue becomes transparent
5- Impregnation (Infiltration)
- Soak tissue in melted paraffin in an electric oven (55-60°C)
- Allows paraffin to infiltrate cellular spaces, for easier cutting
6- Embedding
- Embedding tissue in melted paraffin to form a paraffin block
7- Sectioning
- Cut tissues into thin sections (5-8 µm) using a microtome
8- Mounting
- Attaching the sections to glass slides for easy handling
- Staining for light microscopy
9- Staining of Paraffin Sections (H&E)
- Haematoxylin and Eosin (H&E)
- used for staining the paraffin sections.
Hematoxylin & Eosin
- Haematoxylin:
- Basophilic stain
- Stains nuclei blue/purple
- Eosin:
- Acidophilic stain
- Stains cytoplasm pink/red
Freezing Technique
- Tissue samples removed during surgery or operations
- Biopsies rapidly frozen in liquid nitrogen
- Cutting sections using a cryostat in a sub-freezing temperature cabinet
Microscopy
- Light microscopy: Based on light interaction with tissue
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Electron microscopy: Transmission and Scanning
- Based on electron interaction with tissue
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Transmission electron microscope (TEM):
- Two-dimensional images
- Beams of electrons transmit through cells and tissues
- Examines internal structure
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Scanning electron microscope (SEM):
- Three-dimensional images
- Beam of electrons scans surface of cells and tissues
- Examines surfaces
Microscope Parts
- Body tube
- Ocular lens
- Revolving nosepiece
- Objective lens
- Stage
- Clips
- Diaphragm
- Light source
- Coarse adjustment knob
- Fine adjustment knob
Light Microscope Beam
- Light beam from a lamp (or sun)
Phase Contrast Microscope
- Used to study growth and proliferation of living cells and tissues without stains
Additional Topics
- Trials of OSPE stations: Course on observed skills performance evaluation
- Station 1 (Fixation issues): Fixation is essential for preserving tissue structure.
- Station 2 (Microtome): Microtome is used to cut tissues into thin sections.
- Station 3 (Microscope components): Microscope parts for identification.
- **Station 4 (H&E staining):**Identifying basophilia and acidophilia
- Station 5 (Phase contrast microscope): Use of Phase contrast microscope for evaluating cells.
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This quiz focuses on micro-techniques used in histology, including the paraffin technique and light microscopy components. Students will review the steps involved in tissue preparation and demonstrate their understanding through practical application. Ideal for BMS111 students at Galala University's Faculty of Medicine.
