HT Histotechnician

Category - Fixation

Which of the following slows the fixation of tissues?
  1. Smaller and thinner tissues
  2. Agitation
  3. Moderate heat at about 37-56 degree Celsius.
  4. Presence of fat
Explanation
Answer: D - Presence of fat

One of the substances that will slow the fixation of tissues is the presence of fats. Fatty tissues are cut into thin sections and are fixed longer. Other options do not slow the fixation of tissues.
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