HT Histotechnician

Category - Staining

What is the purpose of 10 ml ethyl alcohol in Harris Hematoxylin staining solution?
  1. Antibacterial
  2. Antifungal
  3. Fixative
  4. None of the above
Explanation
Answer: B - Antifungal
Ethyl alcohol acts as an antifungal agent in Harris Hematoxylin staining solution. The addition of this solution will help prevent the growth of molds. All the other choices are not the functions of ethyl alcohol in Harris Hematoxylin staining solution.
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