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Tissue embedding wax plays a vital role in preserving and preparing tissue samples for microscopic examination – and is used every day to deliver fast and accurate diagnoses to patients. So, it goes without saying that selecting the appropriate tissue embedding wax is of utmost importance to ensure reliable analysis time after time.
Preservation of Tissue Integrity
A great tissue embedding wax (also known as histology wax) must preserve the delicate structures and cellular components of the tissue sample. Without this, any useful analysis would be impossible. The right embedding wax should provide brilliant preservation and prevent any distortion or damage to the tissue during the embedding process. Our tissue embedding wax has incredible infiltration properties, with the wax penetrating the tissue evenly and maintaining its structural integrity.
Sectioning Efficiency
A good histology wax should also guarantee ease and quality of sectioning. The wax should have a solid consistency so that clean and precise sectioning can be carried out without causing tissue damage. Pathologists and researchers need to obtain thin and uniform sections for accurate analysis, and a high-quality histology wax will be the most important tool in their arsenal for doing so.
Compatibility with Staining Techniques
Histological analysis often involves staining techniques so that whoever is carrying out the analysis can visualise specific cellular structures or biomarkers. It goes without saying then, that the embedding wax should be compatible with various staining procedures. The wax should not interfere with the staining process or affect the visibility and clarity of the desired staining results – but allow the tissue sections to retain the stains effectively.
Heat Stability
Tissue embedding wax must possess good heat stability and have an appropriate melting point. During the embedding process, the wax will be heated to a specific temperature to allow infiltration and embedding of the tissue – the process that gives the wax its name. So, the wax that you choose should remain stable at this higher temperature without degrading in any way.
Storage and Archiving
Storage and archiving of embedded tissue samples are essential for future reference. The right embedding wax should provide excellent long-term stability, protecting the tissue blocks from things such as humidity, temperature fluctuations, or anything else that could compromise their quality. With the right wax, you can keep any environmental degradation firmly at bay.
User-Friendliness and Safety
While accuracy and preservation are hugely important in tissue embedding wax, user-friendliness and safety should also be considered. The wax should be easy to handle, laying the path for a smooth embedding process which will reduce the risk of errors. Additionally, it should adhere to all current safety standards and be free from any hazardous components or volatile substances that could pose risks in a laboratory setting.
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As trusted tissue embedding wax suppliers to the medical industry, we know just how important it is to buy wax that you can count on to deliver accurate results all while being easy to use. We work with a wide range of customers, and we’re always on hand to answer any questions that you may have. So, get in touch today to find out more about us and our bestselling tissue embedding wax. We can’t wait to hear from you!