What Ethical Considerations Are Governed by Agencies in Histology?
Ethical considerations are paramount in histology, and government agencies provide guidance on several issues:
1. Informed Consent: Agencies like the NIH require that researchers obtain informed consent from patients before using their tissues in studies. 2. Privacy: Regulations, such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), ensure that patient information is kept confidential. 3. Animal Welfare: The USDA and NIH provide guidelines to ensure the humane treatment of animals used in histological research.
