This course outlines the optimal haematoxylin and eosin staining criteria expected by the UK NEQAS CPT assessment scheme. The content covers the optimal staining criteria for both haematoxylin and eosin stains; the importance of eosin staining selectivity; and highlights the factors that cause variable staining. There is also guidance on how to avoid staining variation, how to resolve sub-optimal staining and the methods that can be employed to monitor staining quality
