HT Histotechnician

Category - Staining

These are dyes that are derived from the hydrocarbon Benzene. These are collectively known as?
  1. Cochineal Dye
  2. Orcein
  3. Aniline Dyes
  4. Hematoxylin
Explanation
Answer: C - Aniline Dyes

The dyes that are derived from the hydrocarbon Benzene are collectively known as Aniline dyes. These are synthetic dyes that are originally manufactured from substances that have been taken from Coal Tar which were derived from the benzene. The other types of dyes in the choices are not derived from the hydrocarbon, benzene.
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