Formalin Is Useful in the Histology Laboratory Because It

question 62

Multiple Choice

Formalin is useful in the histology laboratory because it

• A) introduces microorganisms that to help decompose the brain after death.
• B) halts the enzyme process that breaks down brain tissue after death.
• C) quickly removes the blood from the brain.
• D) softens the brain tissue.
• E) produces a reversible lesion of the brain.

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