Histology and Microscopy Unit
Overview
The Histology & Microscopy Unit (HMU) is a research service laboratory within the School of Medical Sciences. The Unit provides research staff and postgraduate students in the School of Medical Sciences (SoMS) and UNSW schools with a wide range of histology and microscopy laboratory services.
Histology & Microscopy Unit provides the following services for human and animal tissues:
- Tissue Processing
- Tissue Staining
- Paraffin & Frozen Tissue Sectioning
- Slide Coverslipping
- Immunohistochemistry
- Immunofluorescence
- Microscopy Services
- Brightfield & Fluorescence Slide Scanning
- Scanning Slides & Image Analysis
The function of the Histology and Microscopy Unit is to deliver a high standard of service in histological techniques and research methods. The Unit provides access to the latest equipment, producing fast and accurate results for our clients.
Please look through our range of services and feel free to contact us to discuss specific applications.
Please download the new histology request form to accompany your job.
- Histology Quote Form
- Histology Services Request Form
- Slide Scanning Request Form
- HMU Microscope Booking System
- Digital Images

