The stages of histology can vary depending on the specific type of tissue or specimen being analyzed, but the general stages include: Fixation: The tissue or specimen is preserved using a chemical fixative, such as formalin, to prevent decay and maintain the structural integrity of the sample. Processing: The tissue is dehydrated using alcohol and then embedded in a medium, such as paraffin wax, which provides support for cutting thin sections. Sectioning: The embedded tissue is cut into thin slices, or sections, using a microtome. Staining: The tissue sections are stained using various dyes to highlight different structures and cellular components. Hematoxylin and eosin (H&E) staining is the most commonly used stain in histology. Mounting: The stained tissue sections are mounted onto glass slides using a mounting medium, such as Canada balsam, and coverslipped to protect the tissue and preserve the stain. Microscopic examination: The prepared slides are examined under a microscope, and the structure and organization of the tissue are analyzed and documented.