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AIM: Gross Examination of Histopathological Specimens Principle The principle of gross examination of histopathology involves the visual and tactile assessment of tissue specimens before they undergo microscopic examination. The primary Read More …
Introduction Decalcification is a critical preparatory step in histology, particularly for hard tissues such as bone and teeth, which contain large amounts of calcium that make them challenging to section. Read More …
Introduction A histological fixative is a chemical substance used to preserve biological tissues from decay, maintaining the structure of cells and tissues for microscopic examination. Fixatives stabilise the tissue, preventing Read More …
Introduction Blood vessels deliver nutrients, oxygen and hormones to cells of the body and remove metabolic waste products and CO2 from them through blood. Exchange of these substances takes place Read More …
Introduction In histopathology, the use of alcohol solutions is crucial for preserving and fixing biological tissues. Alcohol, specifically ethyl alcohol, is widely used for tissue fixation, dehydration, and in various Read More …