Department of Laboratory Medicine
- Electron Microscopy
(612) 873-2175

The EM Laboratory, established in 1968, is a diagnostic reference center receiving biopsies from the Upper Midwest and several other states. Renal, neuromuscular,

New Electron Microscope

tumor and hematologic specimens are processed for ultrastructural analysis. A JEOL 1011 transmission electron microscope, digital camera and other state-of-the-art equipment for automated processing, staining and digital photo-graphic development are available.

Research and development are important aspects of the EM Lab function.

Comprehensive Electron Microscopy Services Overview:

  • Diagnostic services since 1968
  • Clinical cases handled: 1200/yr
  • Microscopy Society of America (MSA) Board-Certified Technologists
  • Consultation readily available
  • Multi-accredited laboratory access
  • Auto-faxing of results

Tours
Visitors are welcome to tour the EM Laboratory. Please call (612) 873-2175 for
arrangements.

Information

For information on other tests or billing charges, please call (612) 873-2175, and we

will be glad to answer or direct your inquiry to the appropriate person. The fax number

for the Electron Microscopy Lab is (612)-904-4240.