Toxicology

Histopathology Laboratory Capabilities

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The histology laboratory at Comparative Biosciences, Inc. (CBI) offers a wide range of preclinical contract histology and pathology research and development services spanning all aspects of paraffin, frozen and plastic slide preparation, staining, and evaluation.

Our experienced ACVP board certified pathologists are available to interpret slides and prepare reports, which is key to a successful histopathology study. We work closely with our clients to assure the highest quality science on our histopathology studies.

The histology laboratory offers the following services:

  • Routine paraffin slide preparation – gross trimming-processing-embedding-sectioning-staining
  • Routine and special histochemical staining
  • Frozen sections, cytology, and smears
  • Devices, plastic, resin, and ground sections
  • Immunohistochemistry, Immuno-fluorescence, and In Situ Hybridization
  • Tissue cross-reactivity studies
  • Special techniques including ocular, tissue/organ whole mounts, retinal whole mounts, brain mapping, gelatin techniques, stem cells, and oncology
  • Complete human and primate tissue bank
  • Digital image analysis, histomorphometry, and photomicroscopy
  • ACVP board certified veterinary pathologists
  • High-quality and complete reporting, GLP
  • All species including human, veterinary, and laboratory animals