Silicone-Based Coloration Technique Developed to Highlight Plastinated Specimens

Abstract

Coloration is helpful in bringing differentiating characteristics to human plastinates in order to provide a more effective teaching model. Following the cold-temperature Biodur ® S10 technique, a pigmented mixture was added to the musculature, veins and arteries of a fully plastinated human upper extremity, revealing effective and durable visual results. Various methods, testing steps, durability testing and sample tissues were used in defining the final paint solution. The end result was a durable and aesthetically pleasing teaching specimen and the discovery of an easily-followed coloration technique to be used on plastinated specimens.