BIOL483

Evaluate the theoretical basis of tissue fixation and demonstrate proficiency using tissues provided.

Recommend techniques for sectioning of tissues and demonstrate proficiency of ranking paraffin embedded tissue.

Compare the theoretical basis of staining of tissues and demonstrate proficiency in evaluating the quality of stained sections.

Distinguish methods for evaluating normal and abnormal tissue and use scoring rubrics to evaluate tissue types and functional state.

Excise, dehydrate, embedd, section and stain histological sections for medical and research evaluation.

Design trouble-shooting procedures for fixation, staining, and sectioning of tissues.