Sample Preparation

Parafin Embedding

The parafin embedding instrument is located in the Pod C histology room.  Users are asked to keep the area clean and remember to empty the parafin waste drawer before it overflows.  Please contribute materials.  Contact David Scheel if you have questions, concerns.

Microtome

Leica Microtome with Foot Pedal is located in the  Pod C Histology Room.

Please contact David Scheel for questions and orientation.  Bring your own supplies. Always use your own blade and dispose of it in a sharps container. Clean the room when you are finished.

Pod B Beckman TL100

Beckman TL100 in Pod B of the UCSF Broad Stem Cell Center

The Beckman Optima™ TL 100 is a state-of-the-art ultracentrifuge. With its reliable and flexible performance, the TL 100 system meets the full-service centrifugal needs of hundreds of clinical laboratories all over the world as it can reach speeds up to 100,000 rpm and generate a force of 543,000 x g. 

Log all runs in the paper logbook at the instrument in addition to scheduling on the calendar.