ScienceSeptember 4, 2026
microdissection
MY-kroh-dih-SEK-shun
Definition
A technique used to isolate specific cells or tissue regions from a larger biological sample using precise, often laser-guided, microscopic tools.
Etymology
The word combines the Greek prefix 'micro-' meaning small and the Latin 'dissectionem', meaning a cutting apart or division.
In the news
The article describes using laser capture microdissection as part of a new workflow to collect specific tissue samples for molecular analysis, ensuring accurate molecular mapping.
Capturing localized protein and metabolic information from a single tissue section
Read the full article ↗Phys.org