Reliable and precise microtomes are designed to provide high-quality sections and enhanced efficiency while maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Read more in this research microtome buying guide.

The correct knife angle is the subject of much misunderstanding, misleading experience, and incorrect information passed between microtomists, but in fact can be logically derived.

Following our 2-part webinar series of Tips & Tricks to Better Histology, questions about histology-related issues were received from customers and answered by Leica Biosystems. Here, in Histology Tips & Tricks: Questions and Answers, Part 2, more questions are answered, specifically regarding decalcifying agents, and tissue section bubbling/cracking.

Get tips for better microtomy, flotation & section drying in this guide. Each step provides a valuable reminder of good histology practice and also helps with troubleshooting when unacceptable results do occur.

The Leica Biosystems Content and Evidence Team has partnered with a private, multispecialty clinic to assess the impact of implementing automated specimen tracking into their laboratory. This laboratory is most interested in increasing efficiency and patient safety throughout their processes.

Various styles of dissecting needles for multiple applications including grossing and microtomy areas of the lab.

Passionate about Quality, Committed to Safety Safety, ergonomics, and efficiency are paramount in sectioning.  Precision engineering and intelligent automation reduce injury risk and maximize microtomist comfort. Tailor your microtome station your way, to optimize workflow and deliver consistent ribboning and high-quality sections from the first cut to the last. Unsure which rotary microtome to choose? Let these additional resources help you through the process. 4 Tips to Buying a Microtome Leica Biosystems Microtome Comparison Guide Learn more

With Improved Ergonomics, Manual Microtomy Never Felt so Good Do you desire high-speed AND comfort in your manual microtomy? If so, the HistoCore BIOCUT could be the perfect solution for you. The new generation of microtomes from Leica Biosystems is built upon our 145+ year heritage of market-leading microtome design. With new options such as the personalized coarse feed wheel and 2-in-1 blade holder, it ranks among the most ergonomically-friendly microtomes on the market. Quickly and efficiently select the turn direction most comfortable for you with the Personalized Coarse Feed Wheel. Shorten cleaning time from minutes to seconds with the Antistatic Waste Tray. Switch between high and low-profile blades even faster without changing blade holders by using ...