Shear testing in histology typically involves the following steps:
1. Sample Preparation: Tissue samples are carefully prepared to ensure uniformity and consistency. This may involve sectioning, fixing, and embedding the tissue. 2. Instrumentation: Specialized equipment such as rheometers or microindenters are used to apply precise shear forces to the tissue sample. 3. Data Collection: The response of the tissue to shear forces is recorded, often in the form of stress-strain curves. 4. Analysis: The collected data is analyzed to calculate mechanical properties such as the shear modulus, which describes how the tissue deforms under shear stress.
