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Description
- Embedding medium for frozen tissue specimens to ensure optimal cutting temperature (O.C.T)
- Water-soluble blend of glycols and resins that provides a convenient specimen matrix for cryostat sectioning at temperatures of −10°C and below
- Can be frozen between −10 and −80°C
- Will not dull cryostat blades
- Leaves no residue on slides during staining procedure, eliminating undesirable background staining
- Available in convenient squeeze 4 oz. (118 mL) bottle
- Use part 4589 to remove O.C.T. Compound while keeping tissue specimens frozen
Specifications
Specifications
| Product Type | O.C.T. Compound |
| Description | Cryostat Embedding Medium |
| Material | Polyvinyl Alcohol, Polyethylene Glycol, Nonreactive Ingredients |
| Color | Clear |
| Length (Metric) | 150 mm |
| Width (Metric) | 40 mm |
| Length (English) | 6 in. |
| Width (English) | 1.625 in. |
| Depth (Metric) | 40 mm |
| Depth (English) | 1.625 in. |
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