The Cryotome E is a model of cryostat, which is essentially a microtome housed in a temperature-controlled chamber. It is used to cut frozen sections of tissue, which are then mounted on a slide ready for microscope examination.

The thickness and temperature can be modified to suit the requirements of individual protocols. Tissue cut on the cryostat has not been processed, which is a requirement of some stains and in a clinical setting this enables faster slide preparation when a diagnosis is time-critical.

Researchers must complete a general Histology induction or have completed an induction on any Histology equipment before they are granted laboratory access. An equipment-specific induction and competency assessment is required before booking rights are granted for cryostat use.

To arrange a cryostat induction please contact Sarah Chaplin

Equipment Bookings are handled through SAHMRI's ACLS platform.

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