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Question # 56

Which fixative is explosive when dry?

Options:

A.

Picric acid in Bouin’s solution

B.

Formalin

C.

Glutaraldehyde

D.

Alcohol

Question # 57

“Facing the block” during microtomy means:

Options:

A.

Cutting until the full face of the tissue is exposed

B.

Polishing the back of the block

C.

Heating the block

D.

Storing the block

Question # 58

The optimal orientation for a liver biopsy is usually:

Options:

A.

Longitudinal to show portal tracts and central veins

B.

Random placement

C.

Cross section only

D.

Flat without orientation

Question # 59

Which of the following is the most common fixative used in histology laboratories?

Options:

A.

Bouin’s solution

B.

10% Neutral Buffered Formalin

C.

Zenker’s fixative

D.

Carnoy’s solution

Question # 60

Proper labeling of embedded blocks must include:

Options:

A.

Case number and tissue identification

B.

Only date

C.

No label needed

D.

Patient name only

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