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Scigen O.C.T. Compound Cryostat Embedding Medium

Catalog No. 23730625
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Product Type:
Embedding Media
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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.

  • 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

Capacity 118 mL
Color Clear
Content And Storage Room temperature
Concentration 10.24% Polyvinyl Alcohol, 4.26% Polyethylene Glycol and 85.5% Nonreactive Ingredients
Product Type Embedding Media
Quantity 12/cs.
For Use With (Application) Cryostat Embedding and Specimen Storage
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