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\n\t<\/span>\n\tBCCHR Histology Core<\/span><\/a><\/span>News & Events<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n

Instruments<\/h1>

Learn more about about BCCHR Histology Core equipment.<\/p><\/div>\n

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This equipment is operated by Histology Core staff only<\/h3>

Sakura Tissue Processor<\/h4>\n
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The Sakura Tissue Processor efficiently handles up to 300 samples at once, featuring 15 reagent bottles designed to minimize evaporation and maintain sample integrity.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Epredia Tissue Processor<\/h4>\n
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The Epredia\u202fExcelsior\u202fAS Tissue Processor delivers up to 300\u2011cassette capacity and precise reagent management. It has direct alcohol quality measurement that can reduce reagent waste by over 75\u202f%, while enhancing tissue quality, safety, and workflow efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Thermo Shandon Varistain 26-6\u00a0Auto-Slide Deparaffinization & Stainer<\/h4>\n
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Processes up to 64 slides per basket and up to 1,536 slides per run (24 baskets), offering high-throughput automated staining and deparaffinization.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Bookable Instruments<\/h3>

Paraffin embedder<\/h4>\n
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Paraffin Embedder is shared with Histology technicians. Please book on Calpendo. Users do not need to bring paraffin.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Microtome<\/h4>\n
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Users must bring their own blades.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Cryostat<\/h4>

In Room 271 at the Variety Building.\u00a0Please book via Calpendo under the ACMaN calendar, and contact Maryam\u00a0mrahimibalaei@cmmt.ubc.ca<\/a>\u00a0for training\/assistance.<\/p>

Cryostat<\/h4>

In Room 3029 at the North Block Building.\u00a0Please book via Calpendo under the ACMaN calendar, and contact Maryam\u00a0mrahimibalaei@cmmt.ubc.ca<\/a>\u00a0for training\/assistance.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

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Contact Us<\/h2>

We are located on the 4th floor, Rm A4-132 in the Translational Research Building (TRB). Reach out to learn more about our equipment and services.<\/p>Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n

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