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Scigen O.C.T. Compound Cryostat Embedding Medium
Provides convenient specimen matrix for cryostat sectioning at temperatures of -10°C and below. It is a formulation of 10.24% polyvinyl alcohol, 4.26% polyethylene glycol and 85.5% nonreactive ingredients, being water soluble; it leaves no residue during staining.
Supplier: Scigen 4586
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MTO (Made-To-Order) item. This item is subject to the following cancellation policy: This item may be cancelled within 10 days of order placement otherwise is not returnable for credit
Description
- Introduced in 1999, Tissue-Plus O.C.T. Compound has been marketed under several well-known brands worldwide for use as an embedding medium for frozen tissue specimens to ensure optimal cutting temperature
- Clear, colorless solution, free of particles, water soluble cryostat embedding medium for tissue specimen sectioning and long term cold storage
- Provides convenient specimen matrix for cryostat sectioning at temperatures of -10°C and below
- Can be frozen between -10° and -80°C
- Leaves no residue on slides during staining procedure, eliminating undesirable background staining
- Provides an exact freeze point resulting in a homogenous matrix along with thinner sections
- Will not dull cryostat blades
- Manufactured using ISO 13485 and FDA quality systems
- Available in convenient 4oz. squeeze bottle
Specifications
118 mL | |
Room temperature | |
Embedding Media | |
Cryostat Embedding and Specimen Storage |
Clear | |
10.24% Polyvinyl Alcohol, 4.26% Polyethylene Glycol and 85.5% Nonreactive Ingredients | |
12/cs. |
Safety and Handling
ShelfLife : Stable
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