Ward’s Preserved Specimens

Ward's Pure Preserved Specimens

High-quality fixation, low formalin odor

None

Low to no VOCs

(<1 ppm Acetone, Formaldehyde, Benzene, and other harmful chemicals)

Fully-Fixed

High quality tissue and clear differentiation of organs and structures

Plain

Single

Double

Triple

Pails

Vacuum Packs

12-18 months unopened

After opening, several weeks or more

Free Dissection Guide Available Online

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Ward's Science Exclusive Formalin-quality fixation without the odor or chemicals

No special ventilation or disposal process required

Formalin Preserved Specimens

Highest-quality for hands-on dissection

Some

As low as 1% formaldehyde - lowest possible levels to achieve maximum fixation results

Fully-fixed

Firm, sterile, thoroughly-preserved

Most true-to-life

Plain

Single

Double

Triple

Pails

Vacuum Packs

12-18 months unopened

After opening, several weeks or more

Free Dissection Guide Available Online

Backed by Ward's Science Plus Us team.

All specimens meet or exceed OSHA standards

Freeze-Dried Specimens

Cost-effective and long-lasting

Some acetone odor from re-hydration

100% Chemical-Free

Organs and tissues retain natural coloration

Plain

Single

Double

Vacuum Packs

Unlimited shelf life in dries state

Re-hydrated specimens last for months

Free Dissection Guide Available Online

Backed by Ward's Science Plus Us team.

Ward's Science Exclusive

Lighter package weight for cost-effective shipping

Plastinated Specimens

Permanently-preserved for easy demonstration

None

100% Chemical-Free

Durable, dry, odorless, free of off-gassing

Real biological specimens that have been preserved, dissected, and permanently plastinated for demonstration and display.

Variety of injection options available

Varies

Unlimited; Built to last in your lab indefinitely.

N/A

Backed by Ward's Science Plus Us team.

Widest selection of platinated species available from any supplier