staining Flashcards
1
Q
Most common stain
A
hematoxylin & eosin
2
Q
Dewaxing
A
Paraclear 1(5 min)
Paraclear 2 (4 min)
IMS 1 (3 min)
IMS 2 (2 min)
Spirit (1 min)
3
Q
Dehydration
A
Spirit (30 secs)
IMS 2 (2 min)
IMS 1 (3 min)
Paraclear 2 (3 min)
Paraclear 1 (3 min)
4
Q
Choosing stains
A
pH <7 (acidic) = Acidophilic stains
pH >7 (basic) = Basophilic stains
