Virchow Autopsy Knife

Description

Virchow Autopsy Knife

The Virchow autopsy knife has a short, 3 in blade for controlled dissection at post mortem. It handles the finer cuts that a long brain or organ knife cannot make neatly.

A short blade for detail

Small vessels, ducts and tissue planes need short strokes. Therefore a 3 in blade gives you precision close to the hand. It complements the long Virchow brain knife rather than replacing it.

Who uses the Virchow autopsy knife

Pathologists, anatomical pathology technicians and anatomy teachers keep one in the post mortem set. Also, forensic teams use short knives like this for careful dissection.

Care

Wash and dry the blade after each session. Then store it with the edge covered.

Short knife, long knife

A long knife suits long sweeping cuts through large organs. By contrast, the 3 in Virchow autopsy knife works close to the hand, where precision matters more than reach. For example, tracing vessels or opening small ducts calls for a short blade. Therefore most pathologists keep both on the bench. In addition, the short blade suits teaching sessions, where students learn controlled cuts. It gives them confidence before they move to longer knives. Finally, keep it in a guarded slot so the edge stays protected between sessions and does not touch other steel. Also, check the edge before each session.

Virchow autopsy knife specification

• Blade: 3 in
• Use: detailed post mortem dissection
• Stainless steel, reusable

Ordering and warranty

Every knife we ship includes three years against manufacturing defects. Our team in Atlanta checks it before dispatch. For reprocessing, read our FAQs. In addition, ASTM F899 sets the steel requirements, and the longer brain knife sits among our autopsy knives.

Disclaimer

The image serves as reference. For professional use. The alloy carries nickel, so allergic reactions fall outside our liability. FDA information on materials explains more.