TRANS 3 Flashcards
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
What is decalcification?
The removal of calcium ions from bone or calcified tissue to allow sectioning.
Why is decalcification necessary?
To ensure proper cutting and staining of calcified tissues.
What are the three main types of decalcifying agents?
Strong mineral acids, weaker organic acids, and chelating agents.
What is the most commonly used strong acid for decalcification?
10% nitric acid.
What are chelating agents used for decalcification?
EDTA (ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid).
