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Histotechnologists are the individuals who process tissues and make microscopic slides
True
The purpose of fixation is to temporarily preserve tissues in a life-like state
False
Formaldehyde is the perfect fixative for preserving tissues permanently
False
Dehydration is done with a series of alcohols ranging from 70% to 100%
True
Clearing is the final step in tissue processing before making microscopic slides
True
This quiz covers the techniques and processes involved in preparing tissues from the body for microscopic study in the histology laboratory. It includes the processing of biopsies, larger surgical specimens, and tissues from autopsies to create glass microscopic slides.
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