Can I use a Homogenizer for soft tissues too?

Physical homogenizing sounds like it would really affect my samples, I'm concerned? Maybe I should just use a mortar and pestle?

High shear laboratory homogenizers are designed to homogenize samples quickly.  This faster homogenization times mean less chance of heat degradation to the sample.  Most homogenization takes place in a matter of seconds.  Mortar and pestle homogenization takes substantially longer and if often affected by inconsistent user processing.  While mortar and pestles may be a viable option for disrupting cells, unlike a homogenizer, it is not very efficient at homogenizing solid tissue.  

Can I use a Homogenizer for soft tissues too?

Absolutely!  A rotor-stator homogenizer can be an effective means of homogenizing soft tissues.  When using a rotor-stator homogenizer, it is important to select a generator probe that provides a low sheer number.  A associate can assist you in determining shear numbers of the generator probes that would work best for you.  With that generator probe selected, most homogenization will take place in a matter of seconds, so heat production is not a concern.  We have a variety of homogenizer package kits that are ideal.