What Techniques Do Biomedical Scientists Use in Histology?
Biomedical scientists use a range of techniques in histology, including:
- Tissue Fixation: Preserving tissue samples to prevent degradation. - Embedding: Enclosing tissue samples in a solid medium, usually paraffin wax, to facilitate sectioning. - Sectioning: Cutting thin slices of tissue with a microtome for microscopic examination. - Staining: Applying dyes to tissues to highlight specific structures and components. Common stains include Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E), as well as special stains like PAS and Trichrome.
