ASCP HT Practice Questions - Histotechnician (HT) Exam

What is the primary purpose of tissue fixation in histotechnology?

To stain the tissue for microscopic evaluation To preserve tissue morphology by cross-linking proteins, prevent autolysis and decomposition, and harden the tissue for sectioning To embed the tissue in paraffin wax To dehydrate the tissue for long-term storage

Correct Answer:

To preserve tissue morphology by cross-linking proteins, prevent autolysis and decomposition, and harden the tissue for sectioning

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