Heat Induced Epitope Retrieval
Excell was developed for use in the HIER methods that require high pH antigen retrieval solutions, including EDTA. Formalin-fixed paraffin-imbedded tissue demonstrates more consitent attachment when performing these procedures on the Excell surface.
Automated Staining
Excell has a uniform hydrophilic surface that works extrememly well with automated staining equipment
Plastic
Excell works well for both Epon and Methyl Methacrylate sections. Its uniformly hydrophilic surface allows the sections to spread well during initial attachment, and section adherence is maintained throughout difficult staining procedures.
Laser Capture Microdissection
Excell gives you the advantage of excellent tissue adherence of all tissue types, yet it easily releases those areas of interest identified for Laser Capture Microdissection.
Cell Culture
Excell surface technology conditions the surface to enhance the attachment of anchorage dependent cell lines, including many fastidious lines, such as primary neuronal cells. Attachment is increased so celss achieve a confluent monolayer sooner.