CAP TODAY Pathology/Laboratory Medicine/Laboratory Management
December 2013—Mettler Toledo has released a series of free 30- to 45-minute video tutorials that provide insights into the topics of pipetting, weighing, pH determination, and thermal analysis.
The good pipetting practice tutorial explores pipetting techniques and shows users how to avoid common mistakes in order to increase the accuracy of pipetting results. The basics of weighing tutorial is an introduction to the world of weighing and discusses external influences on weighing results, providing solutions that demonstrate how to avoid these. Common weighing terms are explained in detail.
A tutorial on pH measurement gives a comprehensive introduction to pH theory, measurement, and the correct selection of electrodes. The tutorial provides tips for electrode storage and maintenance and the adjustment of pH meters.
A tutorial on differential scanning calorimetry explains the principles of DSC, discusses common applications and industries, and explains why and when DSC should be used in the lab.
Mettler Toledo’s tutorials are designed as a refresher for those working in laboratories and as educational material for use in classrooms.
Mettler Toledo, 800-638-8537