Histology protocols typically involve several key steps, which may vary depending on the specific type of tissue and the purpose of the analysis:
Fixation: Preserving the tissue to prevent decay and maintain its structure. Processing: Dehydrating the tissue and embedding it in a solid medium such as paraffin wax. Sectioning: Cutting thin slices of the embedded tissue for microscopic examination. Staining: Applying dyes to highlight specific structures within the tissue. Mounting: Placing the stained tissue sections on glass slides for viewing under a microscope.
