Whole Slide Imaging Service
iHisto offers whole slide imaging service for biotech, pharma, CRO, and academic research. We convert glass slides into high-resolution digital whole slide images with secure image delivery, reliable turnaround, and support for non-clinical research workflows.
Explore Our Whole Slide Imaging Service
Our whole slide imaging service converts glass slides into high-resolution digital whole slide images that can be reviewed in an interactive online viewer. Users can zoom in, zoom out, and navigate tissue sections easily for remote review, collaboration, and research analysis. iHisto supports biotech, pharma, CRO, and academic teams with secure, non-clinical slide digitization workflows.
Whole Slide Imaging Services for Research Applications
iHisto offers whole slide imaging services for both brightfield and fluorescence applications. We support non-clinical research projects with high-resolution digital slide scanning, secure image access, and compatible output formats for downstream review and analysis.
Fluorescence Whole Slide Imaging
-
IF and FISH slide scanning
-
Z-stack scanning available
-
compatible digital output formats
-
suitable for complex fluorescence research workflows
Slide Scanning Service Pricing & Cost
IF scanning (DAPI included) [See Demo Image]
-
Basic resolution: $32/antibody optical magnification 50X, 0.2 um\pixel)--per slide
-
Advance resolution: $150/hr optical magnification 98X, 0.1 um\pixel)--per slide
-
Output Format: MRXS
-
Fluorescent channels: link
Download Specifications
Brightfield Whole Slide Imaging
-
H&E, IHC, and routine histology slides
-
high-throughput slide digitization
-
multiple output formats
-
suitable for preclinical and research workflows
Slide Scanning Service Pricing & Cost
Bright-field scanning [See Demo Image]
-
Regular size ( 1" X 3" ) Basic resolution: $13 optical magnification 41X, 0.242um\pixel)--per slide
-
Advance resolution: $38 optical magnification 82X, 0.121 um\pixel)--per slide
Large size ( 2" X 3" ) [See Demo Image]
-
Basic resolution: $25, optical magnification 41X, 0.242um\pixel)--per slide
-
Advance resolution: $76, optical magnification 82X, 0.121 um\pixel)--per slide
-
Output Format: MRXS, SVS (Aperio compatible), TIFF.
Download Specifications
Slide Viewing Software & Secure Cloud Access
After digitization, your whole slide images can be accessed through desktop viewing software or a secure cloud-based viewer. iHisto provides flexible viewing options for research teams that need to review, zoom, annotate, and share digital slides efficiently.
-
Windows Users: Download SlideViewer 2.7 (64-bit)
-
Need help getting started? Watch our SlideViewer Tutorial Video
-
Mac users and browser-based access: Secure cloud viewing is available with private login credentials
Once your slides are uploaded to iHisto’s secure server, we can provide private login access for convenient remote viewing and collaboration.
Whole Slide Imaging Service Workflow
1. Sample Submission
Ship your slides using our validated packaging guide or schedule a local pickup.
2. Intake QC
Each shipment is logged, barcoded, and visually inspected upon arrival to confirm sample integrity.
3. Whole Slide Imaging
Brightfield or fluorescence whole slide imaging is performed at your requested scan resolution, including 20x or 40x options.
4. Quality Control
Post-scan review is completed to verify image focus, color balance, and file integrity.
5. Secure Delivery
Digital slide files can be delivered through secure cloud access, encrypted hard drive, or direct server upload.
6. Optional Analysis Support
Add-on services may include AI quantification and research pathologist review.
Slide Types Supported for Whole Slide Imaging
-
Routine & Special Stains: H&E, IHC, and Special stains such as Masson’s Trichrome and PAS
-
Fluorescence Slides: Single-marker or multiplex IF/mIF panels. (View Channel Options).
-
Tissue Types: Frozen sections, FFPE tissue sections, and tissue microarrays (TMAs)
-
Slide Sizes: Standard (1" x 3") and Large-format (2" x 3") slides for whole-brain or whole-organ imaging.
Whole Slide Imaging Applications
1. Biobank and Archive Digitization
Digitize histology slides for long-term storage, retrieval, and remote access.
2. Remote Slide Review
Secure access for distributed research teams and external collaborators.
3. TMA Scanning
High-resolution whole slide imaging for tissue microarrays (TMAs).
4. AI Training Data Generation
High-quality whole slide image datasets for machine learning and computational pathology research.
Why Choose iHisto for Whole Slide Imaging?
iHisto provides whole slide imaging service with the speed, image quality, and flexibility research teams need. We support biotech startups, pharma, CROs, and academic laboratories with reliable slide digitization, secure image access, and responsive project support for non-clinical workflows.
Ideal for Biotech, CRO, and Academic Research
We support biotech companies, CROs, and academic labs with whole slide imaging service for non-clinical research.
Get Started with iHisto’s Whole Slide Imaging Service
Ready to Digitize Your Slides for Research?
Whether you need to scan a few slides or a large study set, iHisto makes whole slide imaging simple.
-
Try 5 Slides FREE – Experience our quality with zero risk.
-
Request a Quote – Get a custom proposal for your project.
-
Contact Us – Talk with our team about your slide imaging needs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Whole Slide Imaging Service
Q: Do you offer bulk whole slide imaging services for large archives?
A: Yes. We support high-volume slide digitization for archives, biobanks, and research collections with scalable turnaround.
Q: What whole slide imaging services does iHisto offer?
A: iHisto provides whole slide imaging for brightfield and fluorescence slides, along with secure slide viewing, image sharing, and optional analysis support.
Q: How fast is iHisto’s whole slide imaging service?
A: Turnaround time depends on project size, but many standard slide imaging projects are completed within 24–72 hours. We offer 20x and 40x scanning for research applications.
Q: Can I view and share my scanned slides online?
A: Yes. Digital slides can be accessed through secure cloud viewing, allowing remote review, sharing, and collaboration.
Q: Who uses iHisto’s whole slide imaging service?
A: Our services are used by biotech companies, CROs, academic labs, and research teams working on non-clinical studies.
Q: What file formats do you provide?
A: We support common digital slide output formats such as SVS, TIFF, MRXS.