Appendix F: Protocol For Tying And Cutting Sutures For Biaxial Testing - CellScale BioTester User Manual

15. Appendix F: Protocol for Tying and
Cutting Sutures for Biaxial Testing
In addition to BioRakes and grips, the BioTester can optionally be equipped with bracket and
pulley system to attach samples using sutures.
There are many ways to attach specimens to the suture brackets using a variety of suture
designs. This procedure outlines one way to use double-armed sutures to accomplish specimen
attachment.
1. Assemble equipment: small vice, magnifying goggles, 2 needle nose pliers, small
forceps.
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