Sample Preparation Protocol for Cross-Sectional Microscopy of Hair Fibers

January 2020

Tina Lasisi

hair fibers cross-sectional microscopy embedding polycaprolactone imaging

Studysummary The document describes a method for preparing hair for microscopy by embedding it in plastic, cutting it, and storing it cold before imaging.

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