Aside from considering the adequate size of the tissue sample, the histotechnician must also take note of the sample's thickness. Which among the following is the ideal thickness of the tissue sample to attain quality fixation?
A)1 mm
B)2 mm
C)3 mm
D)4 mm

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4 mm
The ideal thickness of the tissue sample is at 4 mm in order to attain quality fixation. One must also remember that thickness is another property of a tissue that is inseparable to its size when aiming for an adequate fixation of the tissue samples. Other thickness options would not result in quality fixation.

Aside from Considering the Adequate Size of the Tissue Sample