A compact, practical guide to microscopy for physicians and students.
This handbook delivers clear, step-by-step methods for using the microscope and preparing histological and pathological specimens.
Inside, you’ll find hands-on guidance on mounting and finishing specimens, from mounting in balsam and glycerine to drying and care of instruments. It also covers preparing vegetable tissues and insects, along with staining and double staining techniques. The volume highlights photo-micrography, including arranging apparatus and improving image quality.
What you’ll experience
- Techniques for mounting, finishing, and preserving tissue slides
- Staining methods, including multiphase and double staining
- Setup and use of photo-microscopy to capture specimens
- Practical advice on instrument selection, illumination, and workflow
Ideal for readers of medical microscopy, histology, and pathology who want a clear, hands-on reference.