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==Technique== | ==Technique== | ||
Smears (really squash preps) are common in neuropathology. Here are some tips for getting a good smear: | Smears (really squash preps) are common in neuropathology. Here are some tips for getting a good smear: | ||
# Sampling is key -- choose 3-4 small pieces of tissue from different areas of the tissue (if there are different colours, get some of each) | # Sampling is key -- choose 3-4 small pieces of tissue from different areas of the tissue (if there are different colours, get some of each). | ||
# Keep pieces small (easier to smear) | # Keep pieces small (easier to smear). | ||
# Avoid air drying (place into formal alcohol immediately upon smearing) | # Avoid air drying (place into formal alcohol immediately upon smearing). | ||
==Basic approach== | ==Basic approach== | ||