formalinefixatie
Formalinefixatie is a chemical process used in biology and medicine to preserve biological tissues. It involves immersing tissue samples in a solution of formaldehyde, typically diluted in water. Formaldehyde is an aldehyde that reacts with proteins in the tissue, forming cross-links. These cross-links stabilize the tissue's structure and prevent the degradation that would occur due to autolysis (self-digestion by enzymes within the cells) and putrefaction (decomposition by bacteria).
The primary purpose of formalijnfixatie is to maintain the morphological integrity of the tissue, making it
The concentration of formaldehyde used, the duration of fixation, and the volume of fixative relative to the