Several technologies and techniques are key to achieving high throughput in histology:
Automated Tissue Processors: These devices automate the fixation, dehydration, clearing, and infiltration steps in tissue processing, significantly reducing manual labor. Digital Pathology: High-resolution scanners convert glass slides into digital images, enabling rapid and remote analysis. Image Analysis Software: Advanced algorithms can automatically detect and quantify specific histological features, reducing the need for manual interpretation. Multiplexing: Techniques such as multiplex immunohistochemistry (IHC) and in situ hybridization (ISH) allow for the simultaneous detection of multiple markers in a single tissue section.
