What Technologies are Used in Automated Histology?
Several technologies are employed in automated histology, including robotic arms, automated tissue processors, automated staining machines, and digital pathology systems. Robotic arms can handle delicate tasks such as slicing tissue samples into thin sections. Automated tissue processors prepare samples by fixing, dehydrating, and embedding them in paraffin. Automated staining machines apply specific dyes to highlight different tissue structures. Digital pathology systems use high-resolution scanners to digitize slides, allowing for computer-aided analysis.
