Bancroft's Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques

For 40 years, Bancroft’s Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques has established itself as the standard reference for histotechnologists and laboratory scientists, as well as histopathologists. With coverage of the full range of histological techniques used in medical laboratories and pathology departments, it provides a strong foundation in all aspects of histological technology – from basic methods of section preparation and staining, to advanced diagnostic techniques such as immunocytochemistry and molecular testing. This revised and updated 8th Edition by Kim S. Suvarna, Christopher Layton, and John D. Bancroft is a one-stop reference for all those involved with histological preparations and applications, from student to highly advanced laboratory professional.

• Presents a thorough, up-to-date, and detailed approach to the theory and protocols for preparing cells and tissues for laboratory evaluation, covering topics ranging from basic to advanced

1. Pathology Laboratory Management
2. Chemical Safety in the Laboratory
3. Light Microscopy
4. Fixation of Tissues
5. The Gross Room
6. Tissue Processing
7. Microtomy
8. Resin Techniques
9. Theory of Histological Staining
10. The Hematoxylins and Eosin
11. Automation in the Histology Department
12. Connective and other Mesenchymal tissues with their stains
13. Carbohydrates
14. Pigments and minerals
15. Amyloid
16. Traditional stains and modern techniques for demonstrating Micro-organisms in Histology
17. Bone

18 Neuropathology and Muscle Biopsy Techniques

19 Immunohistochemical and Immunofluorescent Techniques

20 Molecular Pathology

21 Transmission Electron Microscopy

22 Digital Pathology

Diagnostic Appendices

Appendix I Traditional Methods

Appendix II Tissue Microarray

Appendix III Applications of Immunohistochemistry

Appendix IV Measurement Units

Appendix V Preparation of Solutions

Appendix VI Buffer Solutions

Appendix VII Solubility of Some Common Reagents and Dyes

Appendix VIII Mounting Media and Slide Coatings