Histologian
A histologist is a professional who studies histology, the science dealing with the microscopic structure of tissues. Histologists prepare and examine tissue specimens to understand cellular organization, tissue architecture, and the relationships between cells and their extracellular environment. They work in research laboratories, clinical laboratories, educational settings, and commercial companies.
In laboratory practice, histologists process tissue samples through fixation, dehydration, embedding, sectioning, and staining. They use
Education and training typically include a degree in biology, life sciences, medical laboratory science, or histology-related
Histology is foundational to histopathology, where microscopic tissue changes are linked to disease. Histologists may specialize