Re: [Histonet] Freeze Spary Ban continued

2016-03-01 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
So does Statlab¹s Freeze spray. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 3/1/16, 11:13 AM, "Macke, Gail via Histonet" <histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: >FYI: &g

Re: [Histonet] H & E Troubleshooting

2016-02-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
that out!! Such a subtle influence. Good luck! Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 2/23/16, 11:11 AM, "Cassie P. Davis via Histonet" <histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu> w

Re: [Histonet] formalin and shrinkage

2016-02-22 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
Agree with you Jay Lundgren. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 2/22/16, 12:30 PM, "Jay Lundgren via Histonet" <histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu> wrote: >I was taugh

Re: [Histonet] Tissue processing question

2016-01-29 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
LOL, we used cigarette paper worked fine. Now we use screen cassettes or HistoGel processing if super tiny. Michael Ann Providing collaborative diagnostic services, saving lives today and tomorrow. On 1/29/16, 11:41 AM, "Walter Benton via Histonet" wrote:

Re: [Histonet] changing tissue processors

2016-01-11 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
to do the change weekly, but we felt this was more accurate, wouldn¹t waste reagents but ensure processed specimens. Good luck Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com Providing collaborative diagnostic

Re: [Histonet] lab humidifiers

2016-01-08 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
seems to be 30 - 80% humidity per manufacturer¹s specifications of processors, etc. Good luck Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com Providing collaborative diagnostic services, saving lives today

Re: [Histonet] Cell block protocol

2015-12-17 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
We use HistoGel instead of Cellblock with 100% capture of the specimen (validated) and no peeling or sliding off of slides. Hope that helps. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 12/17/15, 7:16

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Re: [Histonet] Dye ?

2015-09-25 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
Is it possible that the clinician is using some sort of dye during collection? Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 9/25/15, 9:23 AM, "Melissa Burns via Histonet"

Re: [Histonet] Cryostate decon ANP.23410

2015-09-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
We do maybe 11 frozens/month and so decon/defrost quarterly. Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 9/23/15, 9:33 AM, "Nancy Schmitt via Histonet" <histonet@lists.utsou

Re: [Histonet] Hematoxylin Precipitate

2015-09-22 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
Yes, me too. Turquois blue bacteria looking guys. Trying to filter and use within a couple of days. Has anyone mentioned this to their vendor? Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com

Re: [Histonet] Histology Workload

2015-09-01 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
of the deepers, stains, IHC, etc. We charge some clients a ³handling² fee when sending blocks out for further testing if our pathologists are not involved. You do need help! Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

Re: [Histonet] Formaldehyde sensors and badges

2015-08-20 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
Both Leica and Statlab (probably many labs) sell fume monitor badges for both xylene and formaldehyde. Techs wear badges for work shift and then they are sent to company for analysis reports. Monitoring must be done with job/equipment change, new employees, new process¹, etc. Once levels are

Re: [Histonet] Nails:

2015-08-20 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
so that slide is treated gently. Tissue can still fall of sometimes - nature of the beast! I guess they use Nair for Rhinoceros horns! Good Luck :) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 8/19/15

Re: [Histonet] Film Coverslip

2015-07-24 Thread Michael Ann Jones via Histonet
We also used different tapes with our Sakura cover slipper with not super quality results. We also have stuck with the Sakura tape (and it¹s expensive!) Good luck! Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

Re: [Histonet] Trichrome troubleshooting

2015-06-30 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Don¹t know if this matters, but we have found that the trichrome stain fades on tissues that are not cut fresh. We use uterus as a control but they must be cut fresh, no batching this one. The trichrome is not as brilliant on pre-cut tissues. Just my 2 cents :) Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT

Re: [Histonet] CAP Question

2015-06-29 Thread Michael Ann Jones
It does seem like a bit much, but that¹s what we did All antibodies, we ran, exact same lot # ran 3 on one machine and 3 on another. Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 6/29/15

Re: [Histonet] Processing Validation

2015-06-15 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Would love to see also. Michael Ann On 6/15/15, 2:18 PM, Leslie, Mary mary.les...@tricore.org wrote: Does anyone have a processing validation procedure they would like to share? Thank you! Mary Leslie ___ Histonet mailing list

Re: [Histonet] HE STAINER

2015-05-12 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Ditto! (except we have tape) Michael Ann On 5/12/15, 11:11 AM, Terri Braud tbr...@holyredeemer.com wrote: Our Sakura Prisma stainer with the Sakura Glas coverslipper has been awesome for over 4 years. Very fast, easy maintenance, very forgiving of tech mistakes (not that we ever make any,

[Histonet] assigning pathologists cases for satellite labs

2015-05-12 Thread Michael Ann Jones
are they today. . . Oh, and they all want the slides by 7 a.m. ;) Thank you in advance for the advice- Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com

Re: [Histonet] H. Pylori Testing

2015-04-27 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We recently switched to IHC stain for HP, however, before that we used Giemsa regressively for those. Not as sensitive as IHC. For IHC we used Cell Marque by hand (with great results) and now we are automated. Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr

Re: [Histonet] H. Pylori Testing

2015-04-27 Thread Michael Ann Jones
in house as well. I'm trying to create more revenue to support a 2nd histotech. Garrey Sent from my iPhone On Apr 27, 2015, at 4:11 PM, Michael Ann Jones mjo...@metropath.com wrote: We recently switched to IHC stain for HP, however, before that we used Giemsa regressively for those

Re: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology

2015-03-24 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Sicurello; Michael Ann Jones Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; Timothy Morken; Jennifer MacDonald; Marcum, Pamela A Subject: RE: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology I once worked with a Pathologist who said she was in a group meeting of other pathologists when one of them blurted out

Re: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology

2015-03-24 Thread Michael Ann Jones
OMG Pam~ our pathologist said the exact same thing to us when we started our Grossing training. Sheesh. . . Michael Ann On 3/24/15, 11:52 AM, Marcum, Pamela A pamar...@uams.edu wrote: That was nicer than the pathologist who told me years ago, any monkey could be trained to do my job. I

Re: [Histonet] Release of blocks to research facilities

2015-03-16 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Following this closely. . . Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 3/16/15, 1:33 PM, Abbott, Tanya tanyaabb...@catholichealth.net wrote: CAP checklist ANP.12500 refers to Record

Re: [Histonet] p16

2015-03-04 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Ventana - we buy the large test dispenser. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 3/4/15, 12:38 PM, Piche, Jessica jpi...@wtbyhosp.org wrote: Hi Everyone, I was wondering if people are using

Re: [Histonet] RE: Prostate Biopsies

2015-02-25 Thread Michael Ann Jones
). Let me know if you have other questions re: glass beads, we use all primary colors and black, brown, purple. We haven¹t found a pink pencil that doesn¹t change colors after staining though. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226

Re: [Histonet] Prostate Biopsies

2015-02-25 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Histogel and marking ink, clever! I like that! Michael Ann On 2/25/15, 9:36 AM, Nancy Schmitt nancy_schm...@pa-ucl.com wrote: We do not have a process that occurs at the urology office. Our PA places a colored marker made from Histogel and marking ink into the cassettes and includes that

Re: [Histonet] paraffin sectioning-dry tissue?

2015-02-05 Thread Michael Ann Jones
any tissue (the more dry the tissue, the longer the soak). Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 2/5/15, 4:23 AM, Emily Brown talulahg...@gmail.com wrote: Hello all! I just started sectioning

[Histonet] Re: Electronic monitoring systems

2015-01-27 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Michael Ann Jones Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2015 11:13 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Electronic monitoring systems Hi all, I was wondering

Re: [Histonet] Amyloid by Congo Red

2015-01-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones
What protocol and reagents are you using for the stain? Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/23/15, 10:43 AM, Jeffrey Robinson jrobin...@pathology-associates.com wrote: Greetings to all

Re: [Histonet] Paraffin-Plastic Stratification/Congo red problem

2015-01-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones
I also noticed stain fading with time - controls cut way ahead of staining? Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/23/15, 1:00 PM, Wheelock, Timothy R. twheel...@mclean.harvard.edu wrote: Hi

Re: [Histonet] Looking for the ideal temperature ranges and humidity levels - histology lab

2015-01-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones
I forgot - reagent temps too! Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/23/15, 1:01 PM, Vickroy, James jvick...@springfieldclinic.com wrote: We have always measured the temperature and humidity

Re: [Histonet] Looking for the ideal temperature ranges and humidity levels - histology lab

2015-01-23 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We base our ranges on the equipment specifications. That would be the requirement for the rooms. 30 - 80% humidity for most equipment and the room temp (see equipment manuals) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

[Histonet] Re: Electronic monitoring systems

2015-01-20 Thread Michael Ann Jones
: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Michael Ann Jones Sent: Tuesday, January 20, 2015 11:13 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Electronic monitoring systems Hi all, I was wondering - a little while ago

[Histonet] Electronic monitoring systems

2015-01-20 Thread Michael Ann Jones
has flaws and we are gathering information. Can the two systems be combined under one company? Any help is appreciated. Thank you! Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.commailto:mjo

Re: [Histonet] Re: Block counts

2015-01-13 Thread Michael Ann Jones
I agree- we use the product as the measure: slides for microtomy, specimens/hr for gross, etc. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/13/15, 7:13 AM, Martin, Erin erin.mar...@ucsf.edu wrote

Re: [Histonet] Cassette lableler and slide labeler

2015-01-13 Thread Michael Ann Jones
- the issue might be compiling data for stats? Thanks for asking this question. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/13/15, 8:44 AM, Vickroy, James jvick...@springfieldclinic.com wrote: I didn't

Re: [Histonet] Primera cassette and slide labelers

2015-01-12 Thread Michael Ann Jones
of the moving parts and it took 11 seconds to print one cassette! Prints beautifully though, ( the Primera) and can use different colors of ink, different directions of print and on the side or front of the cassette. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood

Re: And other crazy stuff. RE: [Histonet] cutting honey bees

2015-01-08 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We did a goldfish once, interesting microscopically and difficult for peeling (lots of keratin?) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/6/15, 12:23 PM, Morken, Timothy timothy.mor...@ucsf.edu

Re: And other crazy stuff. RE: [Histonet] cutting honey bees

2015-01-07 Thread Michael Ann Jones
You guys are so cool!! Thanks for sharing your stories - I love reading all of the cool stuff histotechs are doing out in the world! Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 1/6/15, 5:38 PM

Re: [Histonet] Histonet anniversary and welcome to Dr Sengupta

2014-12-19 Thread Michael Ann Jones
to all on the Histonet!! Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 12/19/14, 1:23 PM, Marcum, Pamela A pamar...@uams.edu wrote: Thank you and all who help you for this service

[Histonet] PgR Negative Cases for 2014

2014-11-17 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Did anyone else see an increase of PgR Negative cases early in 2014? Seems like there was an increase in the % of cases that were ER + but PgR negative. We saw an increase in cases particularly from Jan to Jun30th. Any thoughts? Thanks in advance, Michael Ann Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP

Re: [Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 132, Issue 10

2014-11-11 Thread Michael Ann Jones
in the water bath next to the section face down at a severe angle, attach the section to the top of the slide (or wherever) and then pull slide out at angle. This encourages the water to stay in the bath and not under sections. Does that make sense? Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager

Re: [Histonet] RE: Squamous cells staining on HE and IHC

2014-10-29 Thread Michael Ann Jones
. We kind of narrowed it down to one tech maybe? She got frustrated and doesn¹t cut keratin controls anymore. Sadly, I¹m not sure how/why this problem subsided. Following this discussion closely. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226

Re: [Histonet] Storing specimens

2014-10-28 Thread Michael Ann Jones
I make any sense? :) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 10/28/14, 10:04 AM, Abbott, Tanya tanyaabb...@catholichealth.net wrote: How does everyone handle storage of specimens for 2 weeks post

Re: [Histonet] RE: Another TGIF Friday...

2014-10-10 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Oh boy! Now that¹s funny!! Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 10/10/14, 10:35 AM, Weems, Joyce K. joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org wrote: LAB HIERARCHY Chief Pathologist Leaps tall

Re: [Histonet] RE: Three shades of Eosin

2014-09-11 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Terri - agreed. We do the same. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 9/11/14, 12:42 PM, Terri Braud tbr...@holyredeemer.com wrote: Eosin is differentiated by water content immediately

[Histonet] RE: biopsy bags for processing - alternatives

2014-08-13 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Telfa pads? We've used those with success. Michael Ann Jones, HT(ASCP) Metropath, Denver, CO From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Pam Marcum mucra...@comcast.net Sent: Wednesday, August 13

Re: [Histonet] On the lighter side...

2014-08-12 Thread Michael Ann Jones
...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] on behalf of Michael Ann Jones [mjo...@metropath.com] Sent: Monday, August 11, 2014 9:07 AM To: Edwards, Richard; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] On the lighter side... 25 years, (what¹s that in micron¹s?²) Bernice, you

Re: [Histonet] On the lighter side...

2014-08-11 Thread Michael Ann Jones
25 years, (what¹s that in micron¹s?²) Bernice, you are too funny!! (lots of tenure here . . .lotsa brain cells) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 8/11/14, 5:17 AM, Edwards, Richard r

Re: [Histonet] On the lighter side...

2014-08-11 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Oh, I ment to say “Lots of tenure here and lots of brain cells here” meaning this website and all histotechs here, not myself. Obviously I don’t have many brain cells left If I made it look like I was talking about myself. . .sheesh. . Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444

Re: [Histonet] RE: Glassware Cleaning, CAP Checklist Item GEN.41770

2014-08-06 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Ditto with Brian Cooper. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 8/5/14, 1:07 PM, Cooper, Brian bcoo...@chla.usc.edu wrote: I've never been asked by a CAP auditor either, but our internal

[Histonet] Cassette Printer

2014-07-31 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Has anyone out there used the Primera automated cassette printer? Pros? Cons? We are close to the General Data model, however, this Primera looks kinda cool. Thank you for input, Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

Re: [Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 128, Issue 30

2014-07-31 Thread Michael Ann Jones
for that stain or not - it is numbered. We take block log sheet into pathologist to review controls - log sheet is a table with date, tissue type, block #, stain employed, acceptable for use, pathologist or technician initials. Does that help? Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W

Re: [Histonet] Peggy Wenk's passing

2014-07-28 Thread Michael Ann Jones
So sorry to hear of the loss of a wonderful woman. Michael Ann On 7/28/14, 9:10 AM, Damien dml...@laudierhistology.com wrote: Very sorry to read this. Peggy was truly a wonderful person and will be missed. -Damien L. On Mon, Jul 28, 2014 at 10:57 AM, Colleen Forster cfors...@umn.edu wrote:

Re: [Histonet] Coverslip

2014-07-25 Thread Michael Ann Jones
and adjust xylene drip accordingly and make sure slides do not sit out very long at all as xylene from the stainer will evaporate (drying slides) rather quickly. Hope this helps. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

Re: [Histonet] Re: IHC Validation

2014-07-15 Thread Michael Ann Jones
I document all of the worksheet process¹ and then I create a ³Validation Report² where my technical director both reviews all slides and signs this report. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 7

Re: [Histonet] Microtome calibration

2014-07-15 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We do ours by hand? You mean line them up or PM? Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 7/15/14, 1:55 PM, Ronda Mire rm...@cvpath.org wrote: Hi Denise, Check with the company that does your PM

Re: [Histonet] Sekura Tissue Tek Block Storage

2014-07-08 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We re-use block file drawers as well. We write on the front with red sharpie marker and take off writing with alcohol. Works pretty well. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 7/8/14, 11:26 AM

Re: [Histonet] RE: Re: Friday histology trivia

2014-06-27 Thread Michael Ann Jones
Ha! I can beat that~ we have a cryostat that is at least 50+ years old, old AO microtome cryostat. Still works, barely. . .looks just like the old fashion ice-cream holders. (P.S. Prob not true to life, but I liked Quincy-did I just date myself?) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager

Re: [Histonet] G.I. biopsies and special stains

2014-06-09 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We order HP by IHC automatically on all stomach and GE juction specimens. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 6/9/14 7:14 AM, kathy.mach...@lpnt.net kathy.mach...@lpnt.net wrote: I

Re: [Histonet] G.I. biopsies and special stains

2014-06-09 Thread Michael Ann Jones
We bill all of the stomach HP, but we do not bill all of the GE specimens. Only those deemed necessary (if we even do them - some pathologists do not want them, some do) Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo

Re: [Histonet] Validating slides

2014-06-05 Thread Michael Ann Jones
P.S. We use Platinum series from Mercedes Medical (so far we're okay) previously we used Fisher Superfrost +, good quality, however these were very expensive. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com

Re: [Histonet] Validating slides

2014-06-05 Thread Michael Ann Jones
for your lab. Hope this helps a little. Michael Ann Jones, HT (ASCP) Histology Manager Metropath 7444 W. Alaska Dr. #250 Lakewood, CO 80226 303.634.2511 mjo...@metropath.com On 6/4/14 4:48 PM, Sharon Scalise sscal...@beaumont.edu wrote: I am looking for comments about validating slides