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HT Histotechnician

Category - Microtomy

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All of the following statements are true regarding the care of a microtome, except:
  1. After sectioning, all the accumulated paraffin and small pieces of tissues must be brushed away with steel brush.
  2. After carefully drying the machine and knife holder, the parts should be wiped with xylol.
  3. Movable portions should be oiled thoroughly to prevent rusting.
  4. Cover the microtome when not in use.
Explanation
Answer: A - After sectioning, all the accumulated paraffin and small pieces of tissues must be brushed away with steel brush.
All of the following statements are true regarding the care of a microtome except after sectioning, all the accumulated paraffin and small pieces of tissues must be brushed away with steel brush. Using a soft brush to remove the remnants of paraffin wax and small pieces of tissues will be enough and thus will not destroy the microtome. The other statements are true regarding the care of a microtome.
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