Phyllis, I have used Formula 83 for several years and have no problem with it. I do use it just like xylene. As for how frequently you need to change it on the processor really depends on your volume of processing. I didn't have to change the frequency when I switched from xylene to Formula 83. I also recycle my Formula 83. Linda
Linda Blazek HT (ASCP) Manager/Supervisor GI Pathology of Dayton 7415 Brandt Pike Huber Heights, OH 45424 Phone: (937) 293-4424 ext 7118 Email: lbla...@digestivespecialists.com -----Original Message----- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Phyllis Thaxton Sent: Wednesday, July 22, 2009 10:04 AM To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Formula 83 Does anyone have any experience with Formula 83. We are evaluation it now and I would like to know how frequently it needs to be changed on the processor. The label says use just like xylene...BUT is there anyone out in HistoLand that uses it? I would like to know your experience in processing. Right now we are using it on a VIP. Thanks!!! Phyllis Thaxton HT(ASCP)QIHC DCH Regional Medical Center Tuscaloosa, AL _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet _______________________________________________ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet