Book Description

Gretchen L. Humason began her study of zoology and histological procedures in the 1920's. Passing away in 1991, Humason left behind over half a century of research study and instruction. Now, true to the traditions of Humason and based on her philosophies, expertise, and recommendations; Janice K. Presnell and Martin Schreibman bring us the newly-revised 5th edition of Humason's literary contributions to the theory and operation of histotechnology. Drawing on her life's work, Humason's Animal Tissue Techniques presents basic and standard tissue study procedures as well as specialized histological techniques. Designed as a guide to the principles and methods involved in histotechnology, the text begins with an overview the history of microtechnology and laboratory safety. It then proceeds to review basic procedures such as fixation, dehydration, and staining methods for specific tissue elements. Also discussed are special procedures and considerations: histochemistry, immunohistochemical methods, microwave histology, sex chromatin and chromosomes, preparation of invertebrate whole mounts and sections, and much more. This plus a section on solution preparation and general laboratory aids ensure this book will meet the diverse needs of premedical and zoology students, medical technicians, and research assistants.