Sample Preparation Equipment
The sample preparation equipment available for client use includes:
- Leica TP1020 Tissue Processor for the preparation of Paraffin Embedded Tissues
- Microtome for Paraffin sectioning (Leica RM 2125)
- Microtome for Paraffin and JB-4 sectioning (Leica RM 2235)
- Ultra-microtome for TEM sectioning - (Reichert UltraCut E)
- Fume hoods are available for sample processing and slide/section staining
- Ovens for drying and curing resin
- Knifemakers
- Knife sharper (AO steel knife sharpener)
- Sputter Coater, Hummer 6.2
- Basic compound and dissecting light microscopes are available in addition to high quality microscopes with digital cameras (see Imaging Equipment).
Resources, equipment, and services are available to the ß÷ßäÉçÇø and external clients.