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Adaptable standard-operating-procedure templates for routine histopathology — processing, staining, embedding, microtomy and equipment maintenance. Written as starting points to tailor and validate to your own laboratory and quality system.
Tissue Processing SOP
To standardise the dehydration, clearing and paraffin infiltration of fixed tissue so that blocks section cleanly and sl…
Open template →SOP templateH&E Staining SOP
To produce reproducible hematoxylin and eosin stained sections with crisp nuclear detail and clear cytoplasmic contrast,…
Open template →SOP templateTissue Embedding SOP
To cast firm, correctly-oriented paraffin blocks that section cleanly, presenting the diagnostically relevant tissue pla…
Open template →SOP templateMicrotomy SOP
To produce thin, complete, wrinkle-free sections that adhere to the slide and stain evenly, safely and reproducibly.…
Open template →SOP templateEquipment Cleaning & Preventive Maintenance SOP
To keep histopathology equipment safe, clean and reliable through scheduled cleaning, reagent management, checks and cal…
Open template →Why standardise with SOPs?
Consistent SOPs reduce preventable variation between technicians and shifts, make quality control auditable, and support accreditation and tender documentation. They work best when paired with disciplined reagent management, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.
Author: Unimeditrek Technical Content Team · Reviewed by: Unimeditrek Biomedical Engineering & Histopathology Applications team · Last reviewed: July 2026.
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