Disruption: microscopic damage to the tissue within the section.

Disruption: microscopic damage to the tissue within the section

Causes and remedies

  • Rough grossing
    Change trimming and/or scalpel blades more frequently to prevent damage
  • Poor tissue processing
    Soak block on ice bath to soften overprocessed, hard tissue; reprocess appropriately if under processed
  • Rough handling in water bath to dislodge wrinkles
    Approach sections more gently with forceps or needles
  • Floating in water bath too long or in water that is too hot
    Pick up sections in a timelier manner or reduce temperature in water bath
Microscopic image showing pink-stained fibrous connective tissue with wavy collagen fibers and scattered white spaces.

Disruption: microscopic damage to the tissue within the section Causes and remedies