Microtomy

**Definition:** The technique of using a microtome to cut thin or ultrathin sections of tissues embedded in a supporting substance. The microtome is an instrument that hold a steel, glass or diamond knife in clamps at an angle to the blocks of prepared tissues, which it cuts in sections of equal thickness.

**Tree numbers:** - E01.370.225.500.620.530 - E01.370.225.750.600.530 - E05.200.500.620.530 - E05.200.750.600.530

**Synonyms:** - Thin Sectioning