Affiliation:
1. Laboratory of Embryotoxicology, Department of Cell Biology, Biological Sciences Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Av. Cel. Francisco Heráclito dos Santos, 100, Curitiba 81.531-980, PR, Brazil
2. Laboratory of Cell Toxicology, Department of Cell Biology, Biological Sciences Sector, Federal University of Paraná, Av. Cel. Francisco Heráclito dos Santos, 100, Curitiba 81.531-980, PR, Brazil
Abstract
A histological examination is an important tool in embryology, developmental biology, and correlated areas. Despite the amount of information available about tissue embedding and different media, there is a lack of information regarding best practices for embryonic tissues. Embryonic tissues are considered fragile structures, usually small in size, and frequently challenging to position correctly in media for the subsequent histological steps. Here, we discuss the embedding media and procedures that provided us with appropriate preservation of tissue and easier orientation of embryos at early development. Fertilized Gallus gallus eggs were incubated for 72 h, collected, fixed, processed, and embedded with paraplast, polyethylene glycol (PEG), or historesin. These resins were compared by the precision of tissue orientation, the preview of the embryos in the blocks, microtomy, contrast in staining, preservation, average time, and cost. Paraplast and PEG did not allow correct embryo orientation, even with agar–gelatin pre-embedded samples. Additionally, structural maintenance was hindered and did not allow detailed morphological assessment, presenting tissue shrinkage and disruption. Historesin provided precise tissue orientation and excellent preservation of structures. Assessing the performance of the embedding media contributes significantly to future developmental research, optimizing the processing of embryo specimens and improving results.
Funder
Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior
Subject
Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology (miscellaneous),Structural Biology,Biotechnology
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