vävnadsskiva

A vävnadsskiva, which translates to "tissue disc" or "tissue sample" in English, is a term used in histology and pathology to refer to a thin slice of biological tissue prepared for microscopic examination. These discs are typically created from organs or other tissues removed from a living organism, either during surgery or post-mortem. The preparation process involves embedding the tissue in a solid medium, such as paraffin wax, and then cutting it into extremely thin sections using a microtome. These thin sections, often only a few micrometers thick, are then mounted onto glass slides.

The purpose of creating vävnadsskivor is to allow researchers and medical professionals to study the cellular and structural organization of tissues. By staining these thin slices with various dyes, specific cellular components and structures become visible under a microscope. This detailed examination is crucial for diagnosing diseases, understanding biological processes, and conducting scientific research. Pathologists routinely examine vävnadsskivor to identify abnormalities, such as cancerous cells, inflammation, or degenerative changes. The quality and precise preparation of a vävnadsskiva are essential for accurate analysis and diagnosis.