# Microdissection

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**Microdissection** refers to a variety of techniques where a [microscope](/source/Microscope) is used to assist in [dissection](/source/Dissection).

Different kinds of techniques involve **microdissection**:

- [Chromosome microdissection](/source/Chromosome_microdissection) — use of fine glass needle under a microscope to remove a portion from a complete chromosome.
- [Laser microdissection](/source/Laser_microdissection) — use of a laser through a microscope to dissect selected cells.
- [Laser capture microdissection](/source/Laser_capture_microdissection) — use of a laser through a microscope to cause selected cells to adhere to a film.

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