Histopathology Introduction
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What is the main objective of preparing tissue for examination?

  • To enable differentiation of structures in the tissue (correct)
  • To make it visible to the naked eye
  • To make it suitable for biochemical analysis
  • To preserve the tissue for future use
  • What does the term histochemistry refer to?

  • The study of cellular function
  • The study of chemical nature of tissue components (correct)
  • The study of tissue structure
  • The study of tissue pathology
  • What is the basic structural unit of all tissues?

  • Cell (correct)
  • Tissue
  • Molecule
  • Organ
  • What is the term for the study of cells?

    <p>Cytology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the type of biopsy where a small piece of tissue is sent for diagnosis?

    <p>Incisional biopsy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a group of cells specialized to perform a specific function?

    <p>Tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of sending tissues from an autopsy for further study?

    <p>To advance medical knowledge and understanding of disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical thickness of histological sections cut on a microtome?

    <p>5 microns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why must tissues be hardened before cutting sections on a microtome?

    <p>To prevent the tissue from getting crushed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common method of hardening tissues for sectioning?

    <p>Embedding in paraffin wax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of preparation involves crushing soft tissue between two slides?

    <p>Smear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of fixing smears in alcohol?

    <p>To preserve cellular structures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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