What type of embedding medium is used when the tissues are to be subjected to histochemical and enzyme studies?
A)Paraffin
B)Ester wax
C)Gelatin
D)Celloidin

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Gelatin
Gelatin is the type of embedding medium used when the tissues are to be subjected to histochemical and enzyme studies. Gelatin is an embedding medium that is water soluble and does not require dehydration and clearing that may cause damage to enzymes and chemicals that is found in the tissue. The other options are not used on tissues that are to be subjected to histochemical and enzyme studies.

What Type of Embedding Medium Is Used When the Tissues