Mug · Ice Cold Blocks, Steaming Water Baths
Shopping for a birthday gift for a lab tech? The Ice Cold Blocks, Steaming Water Baths mug is original artwork they are unlikely to already own.
From $17.45on Redbubble
View Mug on RedbubbleThe daily reality of microtomy in one design: constantly freezing paraffin tissue blocks on ice, floating delicate ribbons on a steaming water bath, and running on absolutely zero patience! Designed specifically for Histotechnologists, Histology Technicians, and Anatomic Pathology lab professionals who know the daily hustle behind every biopsy slide. Featuring a vintage retro tattoo badge showing the eternal lab struggle between ice cold blocks and hot water baths.
If you came here looking for funny histology artwork specifically, this design leans into that theme.
A few practical details about the mug: The classic mug is ceramic and comes in 11 oz and 15 oz sizes. It is dishwasher and microwave safe, so it fits into a normal daily routine. The print is positioned to stay visible while you hold it, so the artwork does not hide against your palm.
It works whether you are buying for a lab tech or treating yourself as one. Lab techs will recognize the theme right away, which is what makes it land as a gift.
Redbubble prints each order on demand, so allow for production plus shipping time before the birthday. Redbubble handles printing, shipping, and returns, so you can order the mug straight to the recipient's address.
Yes. The Redbubble product page shows mockups of the mug from several angles so you can check placement first.
11 oz suits a standard coffee; 15 oz is the better choice if you like a large tea or a refill-free morning.
Ice Cold Blocks, Steaming Water Baths is an original design by teeoro. Orders are printed, packed, and shipped by Redbubble, which also handles returns and customer support.
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