Institutional guidelines typically cover a wide range of topics, including:
1. Sample Collection and Handling: Standard procedures for obtaining and preserving tissue samples to prevent degradation. 2. Fixation: Protocols for fixing tissues to maintain their structure and composition. 3. Embedding and Sectioning: Guidelines for embedding tissues in paraffin or other media and sectioning them for microscopic examination. 4. Staining Techniques: Standard methods for staining tissues to highlight different cellular components. 5. Microscopy: Best practices for examining tissue sections under a microscope. 6. Record Keeping: Procedures for documenting and storing histological data.
