Buffered Formalin 10%

Buffered Formalin 10% is recommended as routine fixative for fixing cytological or histological specimens.

Formaldehyde is both a non-coagulant and an additive fixative. Formalin fixation is thought to form cross links between the aldehydes and the proteins, creating a gel, thus retaining cellular constituents in their in vivo relationship. Once properly fixed, the tissue should be able to withstand the subsequent stages of tissue processing or staining.

Appearance: Colourless solution.