Sakura Finetek launches the Tissue-Tek^® Histology Reagents, offering a full line of conventional reagents for tissue fixation, processing and staining that you can trust to deliver the quality you expect.

Sakura Finetek USA, Inc. today announced the launch of the Tissue-Tek^® Histology Reagents, delivering a full complement of consistent, reliable and high-quality reagents to meet the tissue fixation, processing, and staining needs of histology laboratories.
 
“The new line of Tissue-Tek Histology Reagents completes our product portfolio of consumables for use on our Tissue-Tek VIP^® Series of tissue processors and Tissue-Tek Prisma^® Series automated slide staining systems” said George R. Kennedy, Senior Vice President for Sales and Marketing.  “These Reagents also compliment the already launched Tissue-Tek H&E Stain Kit #1 for use on the Prisma stainers.  We are thrilled that Sakura Finetek can now offer a complete solution for our customers that can deliver standardized, high quality and predictable processing and staining results” continued Mr. Kennedy.
 
Tissue-Tek^® 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin
The Tissue-Tek 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin is an excellent choice for tissue fixation. Buffered to the proper pH, Tissue-Tek 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin prevents the formation of formalin pigment that can impede diagnosis or require additional work to remove.  The fixative is formulated, manufactured, and packaged in an FDA-registered, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified facility for quality that you can trust.  The Tissue-Tek 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin comes ready-to-use with no unnecessary dilutions and is compatible with the Tissue-Tek VIP Series processors as well as the Tissue-Tek^® FormaGO^® Formalin Safety System for safe neutralization and disposal.  Tissue-Tek 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin can replace any 10% neutral buffered formalin wherever it is used, whether at grossing or at tissue processing.
 
Tissue-Tek^® Reagent Alcohols
Tissue-Tek Reagent Alcohols provide the expected results for dehydration and other typical applications. Offered in 70% v/v, 95% v/v, and 100% ready-to-use concentrations, Tissue-Tek Reagent Alcohols simplify reagent exchanges on tissue processors and automated slide staining systems, helping to reduce dilution errors and save valuable time.  Tissue-Tek Reagent Alcohols are formulated, manufactured, and packaged in an FDA-registered, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified facility for quality that you can trust, and is fully compatible with the Tissue-Tek VIP Series of tissue processors as well as the Tissue-Tek Prisma Series of automated slide staining systems. Tissue-Tek Reagent Alcohols are compatible with and can replace any of the currently used reagent alcohols in the lab.
 
Tissue-Tek^® Xylene
Tissue-Tek Xylene is a great choice for the tissue clearing and dewaxing needs of any laboratory. Compatible with all conventional tissue processors and stainers where xylene is typically used, Tissue-Tek Xylene is an easy choice.  Tissue-Tek Xylene is also formulated, manufactured, and packaged in an FDA-registered, ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified facility for consistency and quality, and is fully compatible with the Tissue-Tek VIP Series of processors as well as the Tissue-Tek Prisma Series of automated slide staining systems. Tissue-Tek Xylene is also ideal for activating the Tissue-Tek^® Coverslipping Film on the Tissue-Tek Film^® Automated Coverslipper for fast slide drying.
 
About Sakura Finetek USA, Inc.
With the U.S. office based in Torrance, California, Sakura Finetek is the global leader in continuous innovation for pathology by providing integrated solutions for anatomic pathology and patients through best-in-class innovation, quality and customer care.  With a strategic focus on end-to-end automation, Sakura Finetek continues to lead the industry in the development and commercialization of automated histology instrumentation and consumables for anatomic pathology.  Sakura Finetek systems dramatically increase efficiency, standardize results, and enable customers to more simply manage their daily workload while significantly influencing patient care.
 
For more information regarding the Tissue-Tek Histology Reagents or any Sakura Finetek products, please visit our website or contact:
 
Erico von Bueren
Director of Marketing
Sakura Finetek USA, Inc.
1750 W. 214th St.
Torrance, CA 90501
evonbueren@sakuraus.com