Microtome Blades in Histology
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What thickness of sections can disposable blades cut?

  • 2-4nm
  • 2-4cm
  • 2-4mm
  • 2-4μm (correct)
  • What material are disposable blades made of?

  • High quality stainless steel (correct)
  • Ceramic
  • Carbon steel
  • Titanium
  • What have disposable blades replaced in microtomy?

  • Conventional scalpels
  • Conventional buzzer blades
  • Conventional microtome knives (correct)
  • Conventional saws
  • Which feature of disposable blades ensure high quality sections?

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    What is one key benefit of using disposable blades compared to conventional microtome knives?

    <p>They offer consistently high quality sections</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Disposable Blades

    • Disposable blades consistently produce high-quality sections.
    • They have replaced conventional microtome knives.
    • They provide a sharp edge for cutting sections.
    • Section thickness can range from 2-4µm.
    • Disposable blades are made of high-quality stainless steel.

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    Learn about disposable blades used in microtomes to produce high-quality sections for histological analysis. Understand their benefits and features.

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