Tissue Fixation

**Definition:** The technique of using FIXATIVES in the preparation of cytologic, histologic, or pathologic specimens for the purpose of maintaining the existing form and structure of all the constituent elements.

**Tree numbers:** - E01.370.225.500.620.760.720 - E01.370.225.750.600.760.720 - E05.200.500.620.760.720 - E05.200.750.600.760.720

**Synonyms:** - Fixation, Tissue