HT Histotechnician

Category - Fixation

Which of the following is the fixative of choice for fixing brain tissue?
  1. Acetone
  2. Alcohol
  3. Carnoy’s Fluid
  4. Both A and C
Explanation
Answer: D - Both A and C
The fixatives of choice for fixing brain tissue are both Acetone and Carnoy’s Fluid. These are excellent fixatives for brain tissue because of their fast acting preservation of brain tissue. Alcohol is not the choice for fixing brain tissue because alcohol is only ideal for small tissue fragments.
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