| Chitosan adhesive | UV-curing adhesive | |
| Adhesive mechanism | Evaporation | UV Polymerization |
| Curing time | > 24 hr | < 20 min |
| Can sections be removed after adhesive cures? | Yes | No |
| Is cured adhesive dissolvable? | Yes, in acidic solutions with low pH | No |
| Does adhesive withstand heat antigen retrieval? | No | Yes |
| Is adhesive auto-fluorescent? | No | Minimal in UV range |
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