Extracted teeth should be preserved in_____________?

Correct answer: C. 10% Formalin

  • A. Saline
  • B. Xylene
  • C. 10% Formalin
  • D. 10% alcoholOrder DNA Kits

Explanation

Extracted teeth are commonly fixed and preserved in 10% neutral buffered formalin, which prevents decomposition and maintains tissue structure. Saline alone does not provide adequate long-term fixation.

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