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Wistar Rat Formalin-fixed Tissue Embedded in Paraffin (wax) (FFPE) Blocks

SKU: 21300582

Research-grade Wistar Rat Formalin-fixed Tissue Embedded in Paraffin (wax) (FFPE) Blocks available in multiple formats for your specific research needs.

Fresh Tissue in Media, FFPE Block, OCT Block, Snap Frozen, Custom Processing
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Full Documentation
Validated QC
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Wistar Rat Overview

Rattus norvegicus

The Wistar is the original laboratory rat strain and progenitor of many modern lines. This outbred albino rat is a versatile, well-characterized model used broadly across physiology, pharmacology, and behavioral research.

Quick Facts

Adult Weight 250-500 g
Lifespan 2.5-3.5 years
Strain Type Outbred (albino)
Key Use General Research
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Foundational Strain
Basis for many derived and specialized rat lines.
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Broad Versatility
Used from physiology to behavior to pharmacology.
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Well-Characterized
Reliable baselines across many endpoints.
Physiology Pharmacology Behavioral Research Toxicology

Wistar Rat Formalin-fixed Tissue Embedded in Paraffin (wax) (FFPE) Blocks is research-grade rat tissue intended for preclinical and translational research. Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific information and handling details to support consistency across studies.

Available strains include Sprague Dawley and Wistar.

Common applications

  • Histology / IHC and pathology workflows
  • Transcriptomics, proteomics, and multi-omics
  • Biomarker discovery and validation
  • Preclinical translational research support
  • Tissue-based drug distribution studies

Collection, processing & handling

Tissue is collected and processed with protocols designed to preserve downstream histology and molecular workflows. Available formats include fresh, frozen, OCT-embedded, or FFPE as appropriate. Cold-chain logistics with documented handling throughout.

Quality control & documentation

QC testing options available on request, including material-appropriate analytical checks and extended documentation. Standard documentation includes collection/processing metadata, lot identifiers, and chain-of-custody records. Custom QC panels can be configured for GLP or regulatory-facing studies.

Ordering notes

For specific donor criteria, strain, volumes, or custom handling requirements, request a quote and include your study specifications. Available strains include Sprague Dawley and Wistar. We routinely support longitudinal programs, matched sample sets, and custom collection protocols.

Histopathology

Comprehensive tissue analysis and morphological assessment.

Molecular Analysis

RNA, DNA, and protein studies from quality tissue samples.

Toxicology Studies

Regulatory safety evaluations and target organ assessment.

Custom Research

Contact us for specialized tissue requirements.

Species Rat (Wistar Rat)
Sample Type Tissue
Available Formats Fresh Tissue in Media, FFPE Block, OCT Block, Snap Frozen, Custom Processing
Storage Format-dependent: Fresh (2-8°C), Frozen (-80°C), FFPE (Room Temperature)
Documentation Certificate of Analysis, Animal Health Records
Quality Control Visual inspection, weight verification, pathology review

Fresh tissue is collected to order and typically ships within 5-10 business days depending on requirements.

Yes, we can provide specific regions or sections based on your research needs. Please specify when ordering.

Standard 10% neutral buffered formalin fixation. Custom protocols available upon request.

Yes, multiple tissue types from single donors can be arranged. Contact us for matched sample collection.

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Product Wistar Rat Formalin-fixed Tissue Embedded in Paraffin (wax) (FFPE) Blocks
SKU 21300582
Species Wistar Rat