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Which step follows fixation in tissue processing for light microscopy?
Which step follows fixation in tissue processing for light microscopy?
- Mounting of sections
- Hydration (correct)
- Dehydration
- Incubation with the dye or stain
Which type of dye colors nuclei blue in the staining process for light microscopy?
Which type of dye colors nuclei blue in the staining process for light microscopy?
- Eosin
- Basic dye
- Acidic dye
- Hematoxylin (correct)
What is the purpose of deparaffinization in tissue processing for light microscopy?
What is the purpose of deparaffinization in tissue processing for light microscopy?
- To remove excess water from the tissue
- To remove paraffin wax from the tissue (correct)
- To prepare the tissue for embedding
- To color the nuclei blue
What do basophilic structures represent in the staining process for light microscopy?
What do basophilic structures represent in the staining process for light microscopy?
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What is the final step in tissue processing for light microscopy before interpretation?
What is the final step in tissue processing for light microscopy before interpretation?
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Which structure is stained by acidic dyes in the staining process for light microscopy?
Which structure is stained by acidic dyes in the staining process for light microscopy?
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