I have used a collagen matrisx for cell suspensions with wonderful results.
Let me know if you want more info.

Cynthia Favara
Rocky Mountain Laboratories
903 S 4th Street
Hamilton, MT 59840
ph: 406-363-9317
FAX: 406-363-9286
e-mail: cfavara@nih.gov



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> From: 	Thinh Pham[SMTP:tinman@gene.com]
> Sent: 	Thursday, July 01, 1999 7:31 PM
> To: 	histonet@Pathology.swmed.edu
> Subject: 	Protein-like Matrix
> 
> Histonetters,
> 
> I am looking for a solid protein-like matrix that can be embedded into
> parafin and sectioned.  We've tried different percentages of gelatin
> from 2-8% but have had trouble keeping them intact and the processing is
> problematic.  Has anyone had any experience with fixing and sectioning
> gelatin or know of any other solid protein-like substances that would
> work?
> 
> Thinh Pham
> Genentech, Inc.
> (650) 225-1432
> tinman@gene.com
> 
>