Training Resources

"Tissue processing” describes the steps required to take animal or human tissue from fixation to the state where it is completely infiltrated with a suitable histological wax and can be embedded ready for section cutting on the microtome.

Download this generalized guide with examples of questions and images for building a competency assessment that can promote quality assurance and training standards for lab personnel.

Immunohistochemistry (IHC) is used in histology to detect the presence of specific protein markers that can assist with accurate tumor classification and diagnosis. This article provides an overview and the basic steps used to create an optimal IHC stain.

Get tips for better ISH staining in this guide. Each step provides a valuable reminder of good histology practice and also helps with troubleshooting when unacceptable results do occur.

Get tips for better microtomy, flotation & section drying in this guide. Each step provides a valuable reminder of good histology practice and also helps with troubleshooting when unacceptable results do occur.

Get tips for better grossing in this guide. Each step provides a valuable reminder of good histology practice and also helps with troubleshooting when unacceptable results do occur.

Get tips for better specimen collection and transport in this guide. Each step provides a valuable reminder of good histology practice and also helps with troubleshooting when unacceptable results do occur.

From time to time, in all histopathology laboratories, paraffin blocks will be encountered that are difficult or even impossible to section.

This straightforward guide to good histology practice provides practical advice on best-practice techniques and simple ways to avoid common errors.