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A new method for the embedding of small animals and organs in plastic
Abstract:
A new method for embedding of small animal organs in plastic is described. After the material has been fixed in solutions preserving its colour, and dehydrated gradually using an aqueous solution of glycerol and potassium acetate it is embedded in methylmetacrylate. The method is described in detail and involves moulding at minus 5 degrees C.