We offer a wide range of on-demand training and workshops to meet specific needs relating to Dako products.
Artisan Link Special Staining System and Special Stains
Autostainer Link 48 System and Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
Dako Coverstainer (H&E)
Dako Omnis System and Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
FISH/ISH
Theory & Practice of Immunohistochemistry
Theory & Practice of In Situ Hybridization
Training Locations
For contact information, additional courses, or other questions, please e-mail us at training.department@agilent.com, or telephone us at (800) 235-5743.
Course Description
Covers the theory and practice of performing histochemical stains on the Artisan? Link Special Staining System.
The workshop covers:
- Lecture session, including a review of frequently used special stains and their diagnostic implication, as well as a comprehensive overview of the Artisan? hardware and software applications
- Laboratory sessions utilizing automated platforms for performing a variety of special stains
- A quality control and troubleshooting session
Length:
Two days
Course Description
Covers the theory and practice of performing immunohistochemical stainings using the Autostainer Link 48 system. The lecture component incorporates a review of frequently used IHC stains and their diagnostic implications. Laboratory sessions utilize automated platforms to demonstrate immunostaining performance, quality control, troubleshooting, open system architecture, data transfer and instrument management.
The course covers:
- A comprehensive training on the Autostainer Link hardware and client software applications
- Laboratory sessions utilizing the Autostainer Link 48 system
- A review of various antibodies and detection chemistries, along with quality control and effective troubleshooting methods
Length:
Three days
Course Description
Includes the theory and practice of performing Hematoxylin and Eosin (H&E) staining on the Dako CoverStainer Reagent Management System (RMS). Lectures incorporate workflow, staining performance, optimization, troubleshooting, maintenance, and hands-on laboratory sessions.
The Course covers:
- A comprehensive overview of the Dako CoverStainer hardware and software applications
- Laboratory sessions using Dako CoverStainer
- Effective troubleshooting methods
- A review of basic procedures and recommended laboratory practice associated with high-quality H&E staining
Length:
Two days
Course Description
The course covers the theory and practice of performing immunohistochemical stainings utilizing the Dako Omnis solution.
The training consists of a system overview, daily use and advanced training on instrument and workstation software. On completion of this course, trainees will have the expertise to work independently with the system.
The Course covers:
- A comprehensive training on the Dako Omnis hardware and software applications
- Laboratory sessions utilizing Dako Omnis System
- Quality Control and troubleshooting sessions
- A review of various RTU antibodies and detection chemistry.
Length:
Four days
Course Description
This course presents basic in situ hybridization training.
The Course covers:
- Lecture component covers molecular pathology theory, denaturation, hybridization and detection
- The laboratory sessions include manual as well as automated hybridization, and methods for detection of hybridized probes
Who should attend:
Technicians performing or expecting to perform in situ hybridization techniques
Length:
Three Days
Course Description
This popular course covers basic immunohistochemistry theory and practice. Learn the key elements to consider when utilizing endogenous enzyme blocks, protein blocks and biotin blocks. Explore solutions to the challenges histotechs face when optimizing primary antibodies. Discover tips for reducing background staining. Understand what strategic questions to ask yourself when establishing quality control standards.
The Course covers:
- Lectures focus on the principals of pre-treatment, antibody treatment, detection systems and basic histology as it relates to immunostaining
- Laboratory sessions cover manual & automated immunostaining, trouble shooting & quality control
- We also customize courses to meet your special needs.
Who should attend:
Technicians new to IHC who have an intermediate knowledge of IHC techniques
Length:
Three days
Location:
Carpinteria, California
For courses conducted in our United States facilities, all administered course contact hours are recorded with the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists (ASCLS) and Professional Acknowledgement for Continuing Education (P.A.C.E.?).
Course Description
Molecular techniques are gaining significance in clinical applications. This training course unravels basic in situ hybridization. Learn the questions to ask yourself when optimizing DNA and RNA probes. Understand the keys to selecting pre-treatments. Explore when to adjust stringency wash temperatures. Master techniques for reducing background staining, and learn the unique criteria of ISH quality control.
The Course covers:
- Lectures provide a molecular biology overview and introduce the novice to molecular techniques used for in situ hybridization, e.g. denaturation, hybridization and detection
- Laboratory sessions cover both manual & automated techniques
- We also customize courses to meet your special needs
Who should attend:
Technicians new to in situ hybridization techniques
Length:
Three days
Location:
Carpinteria, California
For courses conducted in our United States facilities, all administered course contact hours are recorded with the American Society of Clinical Laboratory Scientists (ASCLS) and Professional Acknowledgement for Continuing Education (P.A.C.E.?).
Dako Academy has three major training centers that can provide state-of-the-art facilities for advanced customer training, one center in Europe, one in the United States and one in Shanghai. For other locations or on-site training, please contact your Dako Account Manager.
Please note that some training courses may not be available on all locations.
| Dako Training Academy Center, USA Agilent Center of Excellence 5301 Stevens Creek Blvd Santa Clara, CA 95051-7201, USA E-mail: training.department@agilent.com |
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| Dako Academy, Europe Produktionsvej 42 DK-2600 Glostrup, Denmark E-mail: training-dk@dako.com |
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| Dako Academy, China Dako Diagnostics (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. 17F, Citic Plaza No. 1350 North Sichuan Rd. E-mail: training@dako.com |
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