Steps In Tissue Fixation

Steps In Tissue Fixation

“What are the steps in tissue fixation? A detailed question and answers guide”

Question 1. Fixation of tissues:
Answer:

• It is an important step in tissue processing.
• It fixes the tissues to withstand subsequent treatment with various reagents with minimum loss of anatomy.
• The reagents used are called fixatives.
• Steps in tissue fixation

Purposes:

• Terminate ongoing biochemical reactions.
• Increases strength and stability of treated tissue.
• Preserves the structures
• Coagulate proteins.
• Prevents autolysis of cells.

Parameters:

• Minimal time between killing and fixation.
• The minimal size of the tissue
• Minimal tissue deformation.

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Question 2. Frequently studied important enzymes.
Answer:

• Enzyme
• Alkaline phosphatize
• Acid phosphatize
• Oxidases and dehydrogenase
• Esterases
• Lysosomal sulfatase and adenyl cyclase

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