How Do Water Contaminants Affect Histological Procedures?
Contaminants in water can lead to several issues in histological procedures: - Staining Artifacts: Impurities can cause nonspecific staining, leading to inaccurate results. - Tissue Processing: Contaminated water can affect the reagents used in tissue processing, compromising tissue integrity. - Microbial Growth: Waterborne microorganisms can contaminate tissue samples, affecting both short-term and long-term storage.
