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Comparative Endocrinology
ZOOL-707
Steps
• Extraction of Gland/Tissue
• Fixation of Gland/Tissue
Processing of Gland/Tissue
1. Dehydration
2. Clearing
3. Embedding
4. Sectioning
5. De-waxing
6. Hydration
7. Staining
8. Oiling
9. Clearing
10. Mounting
Extraction of Gland/Tissue
1. After extraction to remove any blood or
debris attached on the external surface 0.85%
saline solution
Medium Time
Clove oil 2-3 min
9. Clearing
• Remove excess of oil in Xylene, which also give transparency
to the section and the removal of alcohol