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An improved method for mounting frozen-section specimens.

Abstract

We describe an efficient method for embedding frozen-section specimens. Transparent tape is used to produce a well on the surface of the tissue holder ("chuck"). This well contains a quantity of nonmotile mounting media in which a tissue specimen can be easily oriented. After freezing, the tape is removed, leaving a relatively smooth surface.

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D B Kelley, A B Abt. 1990. An improved method for mounting frozen-section specimens.. https://doi.org/10.1097/00000478-199002000-00011

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