Histology laboratory assistants handle a variety of tasks: - Specimen Preparation: This involves receiving and cataloging tissue samples, preparing them for processing, and ensuring proper labeling. - Tissue Processing: They assist in dehydrating, clearing, and infiltrating tissues with paraffin wax. - Sectioning: Using microtomes, they cut tissue sections that are typically 3-5 micrometers thick. - Staining: They apply various histological stains, such as Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), to highlight different tissue structures. - Equipment Maintenance: They clean and maintain laboratory instruments and prepare reagents. - Record Keeping: Accurate documentation of samples and processes is essential for traceability and quality control.
