Microdissection

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Microdissection
Intervention
MeSH D042282

Microdissection refers to a variety of techniques where a microscope is used to assist in dissection.

Different kinds of techniques involve microdissection:

  • Chromosome microdissection use of fine glass needle under a microscope to remove a portion from a complete chromosome
  • Laser microdissection use of a laser through a microscope to dissect selected cells
  • Laser capture microdissection use of a laser through a microscope to cause selected cells to adhere to a film.



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