Resin embedding is preferred over other embedding techniques for several reasons:
Ultrastructural Preservation: Resin embedding is ideal for preserving fine cellular structures, making it indispensable for transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Resolution: The hard nature of resin allows for the cutting of very thin sections (50-100 nm), which is not possible with softer embedding media like paraffin. Compatibility: Resin-embedded tissues are suitable for a variety of staining techniques, including immunohistochemistry and histochemical staining.
