A sandwich-embedding method for oriented sectioning
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Published on: August 4, 2015
O Leroux1, G Van der Kinderen, R L L Viane
1Department of Biology, Research group Pteridology, Ghent University, K.L., Ledeganckstraat 35, B-9000 Gent, Belgium.
Abstract:
High-quality sections are indispensable for many scientific studies. Most published methods are often time-consuming or require special devices. We present an easy, quick and low-cost method for oriented embedding of thin structures using glycol methacrylate resin and self-constructed, reusable embedding tools made of overhead transparencies. This technique allows for more flexibility in orientation than other methods, enabling precise transverse, longitudinal and even oblique sectioning.
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