[Histonet] HT Position
Great opportunity for a Histotechnician in a brand new laboratory! Bellmeade Dermatology in Nashville, TN is looking for a certified HT or HTL to run their newly constructed laboratory. Bellmeade Dermatology has been in the dermatology business for 18 years with 3 physicians and 2 Nurse Practitioners' . Candidate must be ASCP certified and CLIA certified to perform gross dissection, prior supervisory experience preferred. The candidate will be responsible for the following: Creation and maintenance of policies and procedures to CLIA standards, leading lab through CLIA inspection, maintenance and quality control for equipment, and routine histology duties. This is a part time position that offers a competitive salary and the flexible hours allows you to put your own personal stamp on the laboratory . Interested applicants should contact Meredith Hale phone 214-596-2219 or through email mh...@carisls.com Meredith Hale HT (ASCP) CM Operations Liaison Director and Education Coordinator Caris Life Sciences 6655 North MacArthur Blvd, Irving Texas 75039 direct: 214-596-2219 cell: 469-648-8253 fax: 972-929-9966 mh...@carisls.com mailto:mh...@carisls.com ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] ThinPrep vs. SurePath
Hi Jennifer, I have used both systems, as a cytotech, processing tech, and as a supervisor. As a cytotech, there is less area of the slide to have to review so from that viewpoint it seems more efficient. The drawback for me was the size of the cells. For Gyn specimens, very small high grade cells can be difficult to detect without some sort of computer assisted system. The Focal Point system was supposed to provide this assistance but I found it somewhat unreliable. This was further complicated by the Focal Point being about 50% accurate in detecting endocervical cells. Labs that allowed specimens that automatically signed out cases the Focal Point deemed at the lowest risk for abnormal cells frequently had clinicians repeating paps due to there being no endocervical material detected. I found that non-gyn specimens processed using SurePath were very difficult for inexperienced techs and many pathologists simply did not trust that they were getting the appropriate sampling of cells. Very experienced cytotechs and some pathologists preferred SurePath for non-gyns but they are in the minority and I found them difficult and time consuming to review. As a processing tech, SurePath was very time consuming and if a lab has any kind of volume at all, had to have at least 2 technicians dedicated to nothing but processing them. ThinPrep has a larger are to look at and those techs who are used to SurePath do not like to review them because the cells are quite a bit larger, and if doing manual screening, takes a bit longer to review. Use of the ThinPrep Imager has cut screening time down considerably. Time and statistical analysis has shown that the Imager is a very reliable instrument for indicating those areas of the slide where abnormal cells may be found. Criticism has been that the Imager sometimes misses cells with HPV and viral effect. Even so, the primary focus of many labs is to properly detect and report high grade lesions and for this the Imager is reliable. For me, non-gyn specimens were easier to review and displayed a good distribution of cells. A good many pathologists agree and are confident that the cell sampling adequate. As a processing tech, ThinPrep processing takes less time and less personnel than SurePath. If the T-5000 processor is ever released by the FDA for use in the US for gyn specimens, this time will be further reduced. In the end, the smaller cell distribution size offered by SurePath, while seemingly more efficient, requires more time to review for many techs due to the small size of the cells. ThinPrep currently offers a better solution to a majority of labs in terms of accuracy, time to prepare, and Imaging. Hope this was helpful. Steve -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jennifer MacDonald Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 2010 6:20 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] ThinPrep vs. SurePath Does anyone have an opinion as to why there seems to be many more ThinPreps out there than Sure Path? The SurePath seems more efficient, but I might be missing something. Thank you, Jennifer MacDonald ___ 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
[Histonet] C3D IF
Is anyone perform immunofluorescence for C3D? -- CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information in this e-mail may be confidential and/or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient or an authorized representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination, or copying of this e-mail and its attachments, if any, or the information contained herein is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail and delete this e-mail from your computer system. Thank you. == ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HistoGel for cell blocks
One of my pathologists is interested in the pros and cons of HistoGel for cell blocks. I have read the archives and gathered some information for him. He specifically would like to talk to someone that has been using it for some time. Along the same line, what method do you find to be the best for cell blocks? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks! Lynne Bell, HT (ASCP) Histology Team Leader Central Vermont Medical Center P. O. Box 547 Barre, VT 05641 802-371-4923 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] HistoGel for cell blocks
A little bit of plain agar, or a plain TSA slant tube (stolen from micro), melted in the microwave for 10 seconds, works just as well as histogel, imho. Jay A. Lundgren M.S., HTL (ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Histology Lab Manager--Ohio State University Med Center
Hi Everyone, We have an opening for the Clinical Histology Laboratory Manager here at The Ohio State University Medical Center (this is my position, as I have accepted another role within our department starting Dec. 1.) We are located in Columbus, OH which is a wonderful city with a population of 1.75 million. We are the 16th largest city in the US, without the traffic problems of some of the larger cities. There are 19 communities within 30 minutes of downtown Columbus. It really is a lovely area, complete with four seasons. The histology lab is a good lab, with a stable, hard-working staff! Here is the official blurb: The OSUMC clinical histology laboratory is a functional laboratory within the Anatomic Pathology branch serving the pathology subspecialty divisions. The Manager will provide leadership for daily operations of the histology labs, manages human resources, financial and budget planning and preparation, new test development, quality improvement, safety programs, compliance program, successful inspection and accreditation processes, and ensuring current policies and procedures related to technical, operational, and administrative areas of the laboratory. For a complete position description and application instructions please go to http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/careers/ http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/careers/ and search by posting number 354362. The Ohio State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative active employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please don't hesitate to give me a call, or email me if you want more information. Thanks! Bonnie Whitaker Clinical Histology Manager The Ohio State University Medical Center Anatomic Pathology Branch Department of Pathology N308B Doan Hall 410 W. 10th Ave. Columbus, OH 43210 bonnie.whita...@osumc.edu phone 614.293.5048 fax 614.293.7273 pager 614.346.5013 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] SOP for Microtomy?
Polishing up my List of SOPs To Write. Don't want to bake from scratch if there's an instant mix (that only applies to writing SOPs, by the way). Do you have an SOP for the physical process of microtomy (i.e., cutting a paraffin block) that I could plagiarize? I will trade a pre-written SOP on Microtomy for a one-way ticket to your closest city on a glass-bottom bus. Muchas gracias! Sally Breeden, HT(ASCP) New Mexico Department of Agriculture Veterinary Diagnostic Services 1101 Camino de Salud NE Albuquerque, NM 87102 505-383-9278 (Histology Lab) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS
Does anyone know where we can purchase a hydrometer or other instrument for confirming alcohol percentages, such as 70, 85, 95, 100? We had a mixup in chemicals on a processor and I am going to be asked about instruments to confirm percentages before processing. Meeting with risk management tomorrow. James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP) Surgical and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor Memorial Medical Center 217-788-4046 This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Histology/IHC Professionals Needed in NY
Allied Search Partners has been retained for the following searches. We have openings in Histology/IHC and for a Histology Lab Aide. Please forward this along to anyone who you know that would be interested in any of the following positions. We do offer a referral bonus. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Holiday everyone in Histoland! 1. Please email a copy of updated resume to aly...@alliedsearchpartners.com for a full job description. 2. Please send availability for a phone screen with one of our recruiters. Once we receive your resume we will contact you to schedule a phone screen. 3. Please indicate which position(s) you are interested in. 4. Please indicate your salary expectations. We have the following positions available: *HISTOLOGY/IHC:* * * 1. *Immunohistochemistry Supervisor* LOCATION: Port Chester, NY area DEPARTMENT SCHEDULE: Day Shift, Monday-Friday (IHC Department) 2.*Immuniohistochemistry Lead Tech (III)* -*2 positions avaiable* LOCATION: Port Chester, NY area SCHEDULE DEPARTMENT: 10pm-6:30am Monday-Friday (IHC Department) 1pm-9:30pm Monday-Friday * * *3.** Immuniohistochemistry Tech II - 2 positions available* LOCATION: Port Chester, NY area SCHEDULE DEPARTMENT: 1. 7:30pm-4:30am Monday-Friday (IHC Department), Rotating Saturdays 2. 1pm-9:30pm Monday-Friday *4.** Histotech I* LOCATION: Port Chester, NY area SCHEDULE DEPARTMENT: 3PM-11:30PM Tuesday-Saturday (Histology) *5.** Histology Laboratory Aide* LOCATION: Port Chester, NY area SCHEDULE DEPARTMENT: Monday-Friday 12pm-8:30pm *6.** Histotechnician/Histotechnologist* * * LOCATION: Clifton, NJ area SCHEDULE DEPARTMENT: Day Hours, Full Time (Histology) -- * * **If you wish to no longer receive emails from Allied Search Partners please reply with “Remove.” * Alyssa Peterson, Director of Candidate Recruitment LinkedIN:http://www.linkedin.com/in/alyssapetersonasp Allied Search Partners T: 888.388.7571 F: 888.388.7572 www.alliedsearchpartners.com This email including its attachments is intended only for the confidential use of the individual to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, any use, dissemination, distribution or copying of this message or its attachments is prohibited. If you have received this message in error, please notify us immediately, and delete this message and its attachments permanently from your system. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] CD20 for IHC on mouse FFPE tissue
Can anyone recommend a good, clean antibody please, preferably from rabbit host? Thanks in advance, Brett Brett M. Connolly, Ph.D. Molecular Imaging Team Leader Merck Co., Inc. PO Box 4, WP-44K West Point, PA 19486 brett_conno...@merck.com T- 215-652-2501 F- 215-993-6803 Notice: This e-mail message, together with any attachments, contains information of Merck Co., Inc. (One Merck Drive, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey, USA 08889), and/or its affiliates Direct contact information for affiliates is available at http://www.merck.com/contact/contacts.html) that may be confidential, proprietary copyrighted and/or legally privileged. It is intended solely for the use of the individual or entity named on this message. If you are not the intended recipient, and have received this message in error, please notify us immediately by reply e-mail and then delete it from your system. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS
Fisher Scientific. Debbie M. Boyd, HT(ASCP) l Chief Histologist l Southside Regional Medical Center I 200 Medical Park Boulevard l Petersburg, Va. 23805 l T: 804-765-5050 l F: 804-765-5582 l dkb...@chs.net Vickroy, Jim vickroy@mhsil.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 11/23/2010 02:07 PM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS Does anyone know where we can purchase a hydrometer or other instrument for confirming alcohol percentages, such as 70, 85, 95, 100? We had a mixup in chemicals on a processor and I am going to be asked about instruments to confirm percentages before processing. Meeting with risk management tomorrow. James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP) Surgical and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor Memorial Medical Center 217-788-4046 This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet -- Disclaimer: This electronic message may contain information that is Proprietary, Confidential, or legally privileged or protected. It is intended only for the use of the individual(s) and entity named in the message. If you are not an intended recipient of this message, please notify the sender immediately and delete the material from your computer. Do not deliver, distribute or copy this message and do not disclose its contents or take any action in reliance on the information it contains. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Thomas Crowell is out of the office.
I will be out of the office starting 11/23/2010 and will not return until 11/29/2010. Please contact Kelly Miner at 617-871-5122 if you have any questions regarding clinical trial samples. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] 70% alcohol
Hello all!! I moved jobs, but am still here in 80 degree Austin weather... Question. If tissue has been stored in 70% alcohol for up to a year, does there need to be anything done to it before processing? I am assuming that some rehydration might be necessary? If not can you just throw it on the processor on a normal cycle? Thanks for you help!! Sarah Goebel, BA, HT(ASCP) Histotechnologist Mirna Therapeutics 2150 Woodward Street Suite 100 Austin, Texas 78744 (512)901-0900 ext. 6912 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS
CBG Biotech. Their contact info is 1-800-941-9484 or you can e mail them at i...@cbgbiotech.com. I purchased my recycler through them and have ordered extra hydrometers from them, too. They give excellent customer service. Sandy Harrison, HTL(ASCP) Histology Supervisor, VA Minneapolis 612-467-2449 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of dkb...@chs.net Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2010 2:48 PM To: Vickroy, Jim Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS Fisher Scientific. Debbie M. Boyd, HT(ASCP) l Chief Histologist l Southside Regional Medical Center I 200 Medical Park Boulevard l Petersburg, Va. 23805 l T: 804-765-5050 l F: 804-765-5582 l dkb...@chs.net Vickroy, Jim vickroy@mhsil.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 11/23/2010 02:07 PM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS Does anyone know where we can purchase a hydrometer or other instrument for confirming alcohol percentages, such as 70, 85, 95, 100? We had a mixup in chemicals on a processor and I am going to be asked about instruments to confirm percentages before processing. Meeting with risk management tomorrow. James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP) Surgical and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor Memorial Medical Center 217-788-4046 This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet -- Disclaimer: This electronic message may contain information that is Proprietary, Confidential, or legally privileged or protected. It is intended only for the use of the individual(s) and entity named in the message. If you are not an intended recipient of this message, please notify the sender immediately and delete the material from your computer. Do not deliver, distribute or copy this message and do not disclose its contents or take any action in reliance on the information it contains. ___ 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
Re: [Histonet] 70% alcohol
It is always better to be safe than sorry. You should start in EtOL95% → 100% and clear as usual before infiltration. René J. --- On Tue, 11/23/10, sgoe...@mirnarx.com sgoe...@mirnarx.com wrote: From: sgoe...@mirnarx.com sgoe...@mirnarx.com Subject: [Histonet] 70% alcohol To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tuesday, November 23, 2010, 4:48 PM Hello all!! I moved jobs, but am still here in 80 degree Austin weather... Question. If tissue has been stored in 70% alcohol for up to a year, does there need to be anything done to it before processing? I am assuming that some rehydration might be necessary? If not can you just throw it on the processor on a normal cycle? Thanks for you help!! Sarah Goebel, BA, HT(ASCP) Histotechnologist Mirna Therapeutics 2150 Woodward Street Suite 100 Austin, Texas 78744 (512)901-0900 ext. 6912 ___ 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
[Histonet] Cyclin D2 staining
Has anyone out in histo and been able to get good Cyclin D2 staining in FFPE samples? If so, please share. Thanks, Colleen Forster U of MN ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Thanksgiving
I'm off for the holiday. Happy Thanksgiving to all! Even in these challenging days we can still count our blessings. Andi Andrea Grantham, HT (ASCP) Senior Research Specialist University of Arizona Cell Biology and Anatomy Histology Service Laboratory P.O.Box 245044 Tucson, AZ 85724 algra...@email.arizona.edu Tel: 520.626.4415 Fax: 520.626.2097 happy slicing and dicing and may all your stains work perfectly - Paula Sicurello P Please consider the environment before printing this email. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS
Lab Safety Supply www.lss.com Cole-Parmer www.coleparmer.com Fisher Scientific www.fishersci.com Peggy A. Wenk, HTL(ASCP)SLS William Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, MI 48073 -- From: Vickroy, Jim vickroy@mhsil.com Sent: Tuesday, November 23, 2010 2:02 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] CHECKING ALCOHOL CONCENTRATIONS Does anyone know where we can purchase a hydrometer or other instrument for confirming alcohol percentages, such as 70, 85, 95, 100? We had a mixup in chemicals on a processor and I am going to be asked about instruments to confirm percentages before processing. Meeting with risk management tomorrow. James Vickroy BS, HT(ASCP) Surgical and Autopsy Pathology Technical Supervisor Memorial Medical Center 217-788-4046 This message (including any attachments) contains confidential information intended for a specific individual and purpose, and is protected by law. If you are not the intended recipient, you should delete this message. Any disclosure, copying, or distribution of this message, or the taking of any action based on it, is strictly prohibited. ___ 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
