5 Questions
Which step in histotechnology is considered the most critical?
Fixation
What happens if fixation is not adequate?
The other processes will be inadequate
When should fixation be carried out for surgical pathology?
After removal of the tissues
What does fixation do to the treated tissues?
Increases mechanical strength
What is the purpose of immersing tissue sections or smears in a fixative fluid?
To preserve the tissues
Test your knowledge on the crucial step of tissue preservation in histotechnology - fixation. Understand the importance of this process in preventing decay and ensuring high-quality tissue specimens for further analysis.
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