[Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 125, Issue 6
We've used this instrument for 3 years. The techs took to it like a duck to water. We've had almost no downtime. The company is awesome; super support. I wish it had online antigen retrieval, but I know they have a newer instrument coming out that does. Terri L. Braud, HT(ASCP) Anatomic Pathology Supervisor Holy Redeemer Hospital Laboratory 1648 Huntingdon Pike Meadowbrook, PA 19046 Ph: 215-938-3676 Fax: 215-938-3874 2. Biocare intellipath (Deloris Carter) Message: 2 Date: Fri, 4 Apr 2014 12:39:05 -0500 From: Deloris Carter dels...@gmail.com Subject: [Histonet] Biocare intellipath I'm looking for some honest feedback from anyone using the Biocare Intellipath in a clinical setting. Pros, cons, etc. Thanks, Deloris Carter, HT(ASCP) dels...@gmail.com - CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This E-Mail is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it was sent. It may contain information that is privileged and/or confidential, and the use or disclosure of such information may also be restricted under applicable federal and state law. If you received this communication in error, please do not distribute any part of it or retain any copies, and delete the original E-Mail. Please notify the sender of any error by E-Mail. Thank you for your cooperation. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] middle school science day
Carol When we has some 5th graders in the lab. I put together a 20 minute talk on cells and tissues, it was very basic. For some reason I can't seem to locate it but if I do I'll share it. They then spent time in the lab, they printed their own cassette and embedded a slim jim, they got to watch someone section, we let them pick up the sections on the waterbath and they got to stain an HE and iron stain. We divided them up into groups of 10 and they rotated through three modules, - 1 - the lecture 2- processing, embedding and sectioning and 3 - staining.NSH has some nice flyers that you can give to them and they also have a video on being a histotech. We asked vendors for goodies and then put together a bag that had a bunch of stuff in it for each of the students, we do this every year for both the 5th graders and then a summer class of Juniors and Seniors from Frontiers of Science it's a program at Northern Colorado University. Go to the Mich. Assoc. Of Lab. Sci. Educators (MALSE) website (program directors of MT, MLT, HT, HTL, PA, CT programs in Michigan put this together). http://www.malse.org/ On the left, lots of information to choose from Click on Links, and it should take you to Diagnostic Detectives Click on Diagnostic Detectives CD on lower right, then click on Click here to launch Opens to a general CD of laboratory Can click on middle bottom for Anatomic Pathology Labs Opens to CD on Anat Path On left, can click on more CD for histology, cytology, PA Then on the left of each of these, there are panels with information about high school preparation, education training, and career ladders and certification Across the top of Diagnostic Detectives is other careers - vet, forensic, supervisor, etc. While on Diagnostic Detectives, check out Resources of Teachers on the left, and click on Diagnostic Detective Toolkit, first bullet in white area. Check out Teachers Tools or Students Tools. also check out Other Resources, and try histology world. Good Luck Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, CO 80308 (303) 682-3949 office (303) 682-9060 fax (303) 881-0763 cell l...@premierlab.com www.premierlab.com March 10, 2014 is Histotechnology Professionals Day Ship to Address: Premier Laboratory, LLC 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, CO 80504 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Carol Tanck Sent: Saturday, April 05, 2014 10:50 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] middle school science day Does anyone have materials or ideas for a 20 minute presention of Histology to 4th and 5th graders? Last year we gave a short talk followed by examination of microscopic slides with microscopes. Gloves and labcoats were given to them, too! Carol Tanck carol.ta...@rochestergeneral.org ___ 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] RE: Instrument Verification
I agree with Elizabeth, and do exactly what she outlines and I am a routine large AP lab. What a great suggestion for classes at the State, Regional and NSH meetings! It's a great plug and well worth the mentioning Elizabeth! This is something everyone can benefit from the bench tech all the way up the ladder! Appropriate Methodologies to Validate instrumentation is a much needed topic! Michael Michael R. LaFriniere, HT (ASCP) Executive Director Capital Choice Pathology Laboratory 12041 Bournefield Way, Suite A . Silver Spring, MD 20904 P: 240.471.3427 . F: 240.471.3401 . Cell 410-940-8844 michael.lafrini...@ccplab.com -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Elizabeth Chlipala Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2014 4:17 PM To: Martha Ward-Pathology; Cynthia Robinson; Terri Braud; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification Hello All Coming from a GLP environment this type of equipment validation is standard in our setting. This is just my opinion but I think the CAP checklist is moving towards the type of equipment documentation that is already required in a GxP or ISO environment. I always thought that instrument qualification (IQ) - operational qualification (OQ) and process qualification (PQ) or simply stated IQ/OQ/PQ were used only in GxP settings but you now see some of the larger clinical labs running these types of validations on their equipment and processes. To me it does make sense that some type of equipment validation should be required whether it is a two page document on the microtomes, waterbaths, etc. or complete IQ/OQ/PQ's on major pieces of equipment such as tissue processors, immunostainers and IHC retrieval units. I believe that all of these are important processes that should be completed in histology laboratories today.We are a GLP compliant lab and every single piece of equipment is calibrated and validated as designated in our Master Validation Plan. IHC stainers and retrieval units should be validated, even our refrigerators and freezers are calibrated and validated. Our pipettors are calibrated quarterly, and any piece of equipment that generates a weight or temperature is calibrated yearly. For example if you do not validate your IHC retrieval units how can you really tell if they reach the temperature that they are programmed to reach, does the temperature stay consistent through the retrieval process, did it retrieve for the time programmed? The only way to determine this is to perform a validation. How do you troubleshoot problems if you do not know if your instruments are performing to their specification without testing those specifications - that's what equipment validation is and that's why in my opinion its important. Histology laboratories are now responsible for running IHC that directly effects a patients treatment - meaning the numerous therapeutic and prognostic markers we routinely run now. Validation is an important process especially if you are using image analysis for these markers. I hate to say it but we better get used to it, because this is not going away. And now the shameless plug - I will be giving a 90 minute lecture at the Florida State Meeting https://classic.regonline.com/custImages/24/241449/FSH2014OnlineProgram.pdf on this exact topic, so if you want to learn how to create a Master Validation Plan and learn how to perform a basic validation or a more detailed IQ/OQ and PQ and to what extent you need to validate a particular piece of equipment - sign up for the meeting plus there are lots of other great topics being presented too. Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, CO 80308 (303) 682-3949 office (303) 682-9060 fax (303) 881-0763 cell l...@premierlab.com www.premierlab.com March 10, 2014 is Histotechnology Professionals Day Ship to Address: Premier Laboratory, LLC 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, CO 80504 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Martha Ward-Pathology Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2014 1:22 PM To: Cynthia Robinson; Terri Braud; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification I'm with you. There really appears to be no value to this particular requirement.I would only be concerned with it if I had just purchased it, or moved it into our lab from another location. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Manager Molecular Diagnostics Lab Medical Center Boulevard \ Winston-Salem, NC 27157 p 336.716.2109 \ f 336.716.5890 mw...@wakehealth.edu -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Cynthia Robinson Sent: Thursday, April
[Histonet] Slide Imaging System
Hi, Please I have a question and the question is I want to know if anyone has self-validated any whole slide imaging system for primary diagnosis? If so, is reimbursement a problem? Thanks, Banjo Adesuyi, BSMT, HT (ASCP), HTL (ASCP), QIHC (ASCP) Histology Supervisor Norman Regional Health System, Norman, OK 73071. Tel: 405- 307- 1145 == CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for the use of the designated recipients named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you have received this communication in error and that any review, disclosure, dissemination, distribution, or copying of it or its contents is prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and destroy all copies of this communication and any attachments. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification
The NSH also has a teleconference this week on the same topic. NSH Webinar: The Basics of Verification and Validation Date: 10 Apr 2014 Contact Info: NSH Office: 443-535-4060 or hi...@nsh.org The Basics of Verification and Validation (Quality Management Series) Presented by: Kathy Dwyer, HT(ASCP), Quest Diagnostics Debbie Siena, HT(ASCP)QIHC, Statlab Medical Products CAP has redefined verification and validation in the 2013 CAP checklist . This webinar will discuss the new CAP definitions and how it affects the laboratory. Creating a laboratory verification and validation process will ensure accurate and reproducible results daily and during changes to methods and/or processes. A standardized verification and validation process will ensure excellent patient care and compliance with regulatory agencies. This webinar will guide the attendees on how to develop a new process for verifying and validating equipment and instrumentation. http://www.nsh.org/content/nsh-webinar-basics-verification-and-validation Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, CO 80308 (303) 682-3949 office (303) 682-9060 fax (303) 881-0763 cell l...@premierlab.com www.premierlab.com March 10, 2014 is Histotechnology Professionals Day Ship to Address: Premier Laboratory, LLC 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, CO 80504 -Original Message- From: Michael LaFriniere [mailto:michael.lafrini...@ccplab.com] Sent: Monday, April 07, 2014 11:42 AM To: Elizabeth Chlipala; Martha Ward-Pathology; Cynthia Robinson; Terri Braud; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: Instrument Verification I agree with Elizabeth, and do exactly what she outlines and I am a routine large AP lab. What a great suggestion for classes at the State, Regional and NSH meetings! It's a great plug and well worth the mentioning Elizabeth! This is something everyone can benefit from the bench tech all the way up the ladder! Appropriate Methodologies to Validate instrumentation is a much needed topic! Michael Michael R. LaFriniere, HT (ASCP) Executive Director Capital Choice Pathology Laboratory 12041 Bournefield Way, Suite A . Silver Spring, MD 20904 P: 240.471.3427 . F: 240.471.3401 . Cell 410-940-8844 michael.lafrini...@ccplab.com -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Elizabeth Chlipala Sent: Thursday, April 03, 2014 4:17 PM To: Martha Ward-Pathology; Cynthia Robinson; Terri Braud; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification Hello All Coming from a GLP environment this type of equipment validation is standard in our setting. This is just my opinion but I think the CAP checklist is moving towards the type of equipment documentation that is already required in a GxP or ISO environment. I always thought that instrument qualification (IQ) - operational qualification (OQ) and process qualification (PQ) or simply stated IQ/OQ/PQ were used only in GxP settings but you now see some of the larger clinical labs running these types of validations on their equipment and processes. To me it does make sense that some type of equipment validation should be required whether it is a two page document on the microtomes, waterbaths, etc. or complete IQ/OQ/PQ's on major pieces of equipment such as tissue processors, immunostainers and IHC retrieval units. I believe that all of these are important processes that should be completed in histology laboratories today.We are a GLP compliant lab and every single piece of equipment is calibrated and validated as designated in our Master Validation Plan. IHC stainers and retrieval units should be validated, even our refrigerators and freezers are calibrated and validated. Our pipettors are calibrated quarterly, and any piece of equipment that generates a weight or temperature is calibrated yearly. For example if you do not validate your IHC retrieval units how can you really tell if they reach the temperature that they are programmed to reach, does the temperature stay consistent through the retrieval process, did it retrieve for the time programmed? The only way to determine this is to perform a validation. How do you troubleshoot problems if you do not know if your instruments are performing to their specification without testing those specifications - that's what equipment validation is and that's why in my opinion its important. Histology laboratories are now responsible for running IHC that directly effects a patients treatment - meaning the numerous therapeutic and prognostic markers we routinely run now. Validation is an important process especially if you are using image analysis for these markers. I hate to say it but we better get used to it, because this is not going away. And now the shameless plug - I will be giving a 90 minute lecture at the
[Histonet] RE: ANP.22970
Tanya Check CAP web site I am pretty sure they have the Her 2 not sure of MMR Michael Michael R. LaFriniere, HT (ASCP) Executive Director Capital Choice Pathology Laboratory 12041 Bournefield Way, Suite A * Silver Spring, MD 20904 P: 240.471.3427 * F: 240.471.3401 * Cell 410-940-8844 michael.lafrini...@ccplab.com -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Abbott, Tanya Sent: Friday, March 28, 2014 8:49 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] ANP.22970 Per CAP checklist ANP.22970, it lists the expected published benchmarks for ER/PR, does anyone know where to find them for Her2 or MMR? Thanks and Happy Friday!! Tanya Tanya G. Abbott RT (CSMLS) Manager Technologist, Histology/Cytology St. Joseph Medical Center Reading, PA 19603-0316 ph 610-378-2635 fax 610-898-5871 email: tanyaabb...@catholichealth.net This electronic mail and any attached documents are intended solely for the named addressee(s) and contain confidential information. If you are not an addressee, or responsible for delivering this email to an addressee, you have received this email in error and are notified that reading, copying, or disclosing this email is prohibited. If you received this email in error, immediately reply to the sender and delete the message completely from your computer system. ___ 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] HISTOPALOOZA APRIL 25 - 27, 2014 UPDATE
Histopalooza is almost here! Our blocked rooms have sold out, but we have secured Southern Pine Cottages that are adjacent to the Lodge. Call 1-800-CALLAWAY and ask for Kit Reames McClung. The price will be $135/night, which is the HISTOPALOOZA rate. These aren't shabby cottages, so don't be afraid you'll be staying in a Jason, Friday the 13th type cottage. They have a fully furnished kitchen (not sure about the knives) bahahaha, dining and living room. There's also free Wi-Fi. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the end of the month. Bring your hockey mask-just kidding Billie Zimmerman GSH secretary ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Independent Predictive Markers needing comparison with Benchmarks
I am working with my pathology group to agree on which markers need to have a comparison with published benchmarks and interobserver variability among pathologists. Currently we compare ER, PR, and Her2. I have suggested that we need to compare ALK1, ROS1, and possible MMR IHC stains. Can anyone list any other predictive markers they are comparing to benchmarks and do you agree with the ones I've suggested? Thanks 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] NSH Awards 2014
Hello Histonet As the new NSH awards chair I wanted to remind everyone out there that the NSH has many awards and scholarships available to its members. The annual symposium/convention in Austin Texas is fast approaching and the deadline to submit nominations is June 1st . There are three categories for awards; leadership, education and advocacy. These awards offer financial incentives for continuing education along with recognizing the individuals within our profession who have demonstrated both dedication and excellence in the field of Histotechnology. To see what NSH has to offer check out the following link http://www.nsh.org/scholarships-awards and nominate yourself or a colleague for an award. Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, CO 80308 (303) 682-3949 office (303) 682-9060 fax (303) 881-0763 cell l...@premierlab.commailto:l...@premierlab.com www.premierlab.comhttp://www.premierlab.com/ March 10, 2014 is Histotechnology Professionals Day Ship to Address: Premier Laboratory, LLC 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, CO 80504 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Independent Predictive Markers needing comparison with Benchmarks
Agree, I think that list is a good start. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: vickroy@mhsil.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 7 Apr 2014 13:35:58 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Independent Predictive Markers needing comparison with Benchmarks I am working with my pathology group to agree on which markers need to have a comparison with published benchmarks and interobserver variability among pathologists. Currently we compare ER, PR, and Her2. I have suggested that we need to compare ALK1, ROS1, and possible MMR IHC stains. Can anyone list any other predictive markers they are comparing to benchmarks and do you agree with the ones I've suggested? Thanks 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
[Histonet] Leica IP S Slide Printer
Hi Histonet, I was wondering if anyone else has problems with their Leica IP S slide printer. We are having issues with incomplete and inconsistent printing. We clean the machine daily before use and have even tried not cleaning it to see if that would help! We also change the ink cartridge every 3 months per Leica recommendation. I'd love to hear from other people who use this machine. Thanks in advance for your help! Regards, Erin Galati, HT (ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Is it OK to place Karnovsky's with no cacodylate buffer be placed in the freezer to extend its life?
Hello Histonet-Listers: Is it OK to place Karnovsky's with no cacodylate buffer be placed in the freezer to extend its life? It is for fixing insect wings for TEM work. If you know, please kindly send me an email (blayjo...@gmail.com). Thank you. Sincerely, Jorge Jorge A. Santiago-Blay, PhD blaypublishers.com http://blayjorge.wordpress.com/ http://paleobiology.si.edu/staff/individuals/santiagoblay.htmlHello Histonet-Listers: ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Transporting blocks/slides between sites
We are looking for a better way to transport blocks and slides between our hospital sites. We want the system to be secure so that as we track from site to site we can be assured that the contents have not been tampered with. We currently are using plastic totes that have lids the can be secured using a zip tie. The problem is that during transport (over time) these totes get pretty beat up and end up with cracks and holes in them. We feel there is probably a better system so I am looking to the experience of the histonet users for suggestions. Thank you! Sharon Scalise, HTL(ASCP) Histology Supervisor-Anatomic Pathology Beaumont Health System 3601 W. 13 Mile Rd. Royal Oak, MI 48073 248 898-5981 sscal...@beaumont.edumailto:sscal...@beaumont.edu ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Transporting blocks/slides between sites
Sharon, We transport slide flats and tissue containers/cassettes baskets for processing (most grossing at one site, all tissue processing at another site). We use Colman 50QT coolers with handles and wheels to transport. They take a beating. We have about 10 of these because we have them receiving material at each of 3 sites and then four being transported at all times (30 min pickup schedule, each direction). It is a cheap and effective solution. We use half for paper/slide only (clean set) and half for tissue samples. If you have less material, then maybe a smaller version of these would work for you. Tim Morken Supervisor, Histology, Electron Microscopy and Neuromuscular Special Studies UC San Francisco Medical Center San Francisco, CA -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Sharon Scalise Sent: Monday, April 07, 2014 2:53 PM To: 'histonet' (histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu) Subject: [Histonet] Transporting blocks/slides between sites We are looking for a better way to transport blocks and slides between our hospital sites. We want the system to be secure so that as we track from site to site we can be assured that the contents have not been tampered with. We currently are using plastic totes that have lids the can be secured using a zip tie. The problem is that during transport (over time) these totes get pretty beat up and end up with cracks and holes in them. We feel there is probably a better system so I am looking to the experience of the histonet users for suggestions. Thank you! Sharon Scalise, HTL(ASCP) Histology Supervisor-Anatomic Pathology Beaumont Health System 3601 W. 13 Mile Rd. Royal Oak, MI 48073 248 898-5981 sscal...@beaumont.edumailto:sscal...@beaumont.edu ___ 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] RE: Transporting blocks/slides between sites
Hi Sharon, If you are trying to be secure enough against tampering that it would stand up in court- the zip tie method probably isn't enough. I would try to get a used small set of the larger locking safe deposit boxes or maybe a group security box from grainger. Tom T -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Morken, Timothy Sent: Monday, April 07, 2014 3:06 PM To: 'Sharon Scalise' Cc: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] RE: Transporting blocks/slides between sites Sharon, We transport slide flats and tissue containers/cassettes baskets for processing (most grossing at one site, all tissue processing at another site). We use Colman 50QT coolers with handles and wheels to transport. They take a beating. We have about 10 of these because we have them receiving material at each of 3 sites and then four being transported at all times (30 min pickup schedule, each direction). It is a cheap and effective solution. We use half for paper/slide only (clean set) and half for tissue samples. If you have less material, then maybe a smaller version of these would work for you. Tim Morken Supervisor, Histology, Electron Microscopy and Neuromuscular Special Studies UC San Francisco Medical Center San Francisco, CA -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Sharon Scalise Sent: Monday, April 07, 2014 2:53 PM To: 'histonet' (histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu) Subject: [Histonet] Transporting blocks/slides between sites We are looking for a better way to transport blocks and slides between our hospital sites. We want the system to be secure so that as we track from site to site we can be assured that the contents have not been tampered with. We currently are using plastic totes that have lids the can be secured using a zip tie. The problem is that during transport (over time) these totes get pretty beat up and end up with cracks and holes in them. We feel there is probably a better system so I am looking to the experience of the histonet users for suggestions. Thank you! Sharon Scalise, HTL(ASCP) Histology Supervisor-Anatomic Pathology Beaumont Health System 3601 W. 13 Mile Rd. Royal Oak, MI 48073 248 898-5981 sscal...@beaumont.edumailto:sscal...@beaumont.edu ___ 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] IEC-CTD Cryostat
Hello fellow Histonetters! Our company is currently looking to purchase any available IEC-CTD model cryostat machine. In case you're not familiar with how they look, they're like a mini-fridge shape size machine used awhile back for frozen section. Check your office storage areas as you may still have this just parked and sitting in your storage areas. If you do find one, pls call me ASAP or reply through this email add, as I may turn that sleeping machine into $$! Also, we're very much willing to purchase it regardless of its condition. Thank you and looking forward to a favorable reply soon! -- Eric T. Baltazar Dermtech Mohs Services Group Inc. Ofc: (510) 545 -MOHS Cell: (213) 290 -3679 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
