Research Histology Core
Contacts
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To learn more about the core’s services and rates, please contact Zhifang Hao at zhao@uchc.edu.
Instrumentation
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Cryostat
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Embedding Station
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Microscope with Camera
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Microtome
The Image Analysis Workstation is a powerful computer dedicated for image analysis and visualization. Several software packages are installed to support a variety of data formats.
Services
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Sample Processing and Paraffin Embedding
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Frozen Tissue Embedding and Cryosectioning
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H&E Staining
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Special Histology Stains
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Immunohistochemistry
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Consultation and Training for Sample Sectioning
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Comprehensive Project Consultation
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Other Services
- Paraffin Block Sectioning
- Self-service FFPE and Frozen Block Sectioning
- Decalcify tissue samples
- ApopTag kit
- Antibody optimization
- Comprehensive bright field slide scans
Campus Address
UConn Health Center
Room E6011
Room E6011
Mailing Address
263 Farmington Avenue
Farmington CT 06030