Several specialized techniques are employed in histology to prepare and examine tissues. These include:
- Fixation: Preserves tissue structure by stabilizing proteins and preventing degradation. - Embedding: Involves encasing tissues in a medium like paraffin wax to facilitate sectioning. - Sectioning: Thin slices of tissue are cut using a microtome. - Staining: Enhances contrast in tissue sections, making specific structures visible under a microscope. Common stains include Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), which differentiate between cellular components.
