[Histonet] RE: Hyde Away products
We first use a pH strip to test neutrality and then use a test kit to test for formaldehyde. We get this from Fisher and the number is HC426043. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Bustamante, Lin Sent: Friday, February 06, 2015 1:11 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Hyde Away products Does anyone uses Formalin Neutralizer Hyde Away from Fisher?. Do you do any test to figure out if is ready?, all neutralize? Thank you very much. Lin. Lin S. Bustamante, B.S., H.T.(ASCP) VIBS Histology Laboratory Supervisor College Of Veterinary Medicine Texas AM University College Station, Texas 77843-4458 Phone: (979) 845-3177 Fax: (979) 458-3499 ___ 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] Looking for ribbons for old Surgipath VCP cassette printer
We have one too. We have been getting ribbons from Surgipath/Leica. The number is 38V0590001F. we have Tech One Biomedical service it. They have been great. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Stedman, Nancy Sent: Thursday, February 05, 2015 8:54 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Looking for ribbons for old Surgipath VCP cassette printer Hi everyone - For those of us who are still in the dark ages... have an old Surgipath VCP cassette printer; does anyone know where to get replacement ribbons for these machines these days? Does anyone know who supports these machines anymore? Thanks so much - -Nancy Stedman ___ 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] Re: Acetone fixation
We use acetone to denature fatty tumors without any problems. They sit in it for at least half an hour. I don't rinse them. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Bob Richmond Sent: Saturday, November 15, 2014 2:34 PM To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Re: Acetone fixation Sheree H (where?) asks: Have questions about using acetone at the grossing counter. Does anyone have problems with it being carried over into the formalin on the processor? We rinse, open cassette to let it dry completely and even change the cassette. I've had issues with my processor and want to make sure it's not coming from the acetone. Acetone doesn't belong in the grossing area - too much of a fire and explosion hazard. If your pathologists are using it to fix marking ink onto specimens, they can use 3% acetic acid (half-strength white vinegar). I don't use anything at all - if you blot the specimen dry before you put the ink on, it'll stay put. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Maryville TN ___ 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] Tape coverslipper
We have had a Sakura tape coverslipper for 17 years with hardly any problems. The slide storage quality is excellent. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Cristi Stephenson Sent: Friday, September 12, 2014 12:37 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Tape coverslipper Happy Friday Histopeeps! I am looking for opinions on tape coverslippers. I currently have a Leica CV5030 and while it is only 5 years young, it can be a bit petulant. I would like to find something refurbished, but haven't had any luck. We are a low volume lab averaging 100 slides/day. Any input or leads would be greatly appreciated! Thanks and have a great weekend! Cristi ___ 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] Input on Sakura E150 Purchase
We have a Sakura tissue processor that is more than 25 years old and still working very well with annual preventative maintenance. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Dessoye, Michael J Sent: Friday, February 28, 2014 10:00 AM To: margaret chadwell; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; histonet-requ...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Input on Sakura E150 Purchase Another +1 for the VIP E300 (very similar model). We have one that's close to 20 years old that's still running. It has an annual PM and any repairs have been minor. I have been told that part availability isn't yet an issue with this model. Michael J. Dessoye, M.S. | Histology/Toxicology/RIA Supervisor | Wilkes-Barre General Hospital | An Affiliate of Commonwealth Health | mjdess...@commonwealthhealth.net | 575 N. River Street | Wilkes Barre, PA 18764 | Tel: 570-552-1432 | Fax: 570-552-1526 -Original Message- From: margaret chadwell [mailto:m_chadw...@hotmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2014 4:57 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; histonet-requ...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Input on Sakura E150 Purchase Sent from Windows Mail Hello Histonet, Does anyone have input on the Sukura E150 tissue processor? Our research lab is looking at purchasing a used model from Rankin Biomedical, but we were concerned about the age of the unit, 17 years old. They mentioned it is totally refurbished, will give a one year warranty, say it’s a reliable unit, and parts are available for servicing. Any info or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Like so many we are on a limited budget so we can’t buy new. Thank you in advance! Margaret Chadwell LIAI La Jolla, Ca _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error please notify the originator of the message. This footer also confirms that this email message has been scanned for the presence of computer viruses. Any views expressed in this message are those of the individual sender, except where the sender specifies and with authority, states them to be the views of Commonwealth Health. Scanning of this message and addition of this footer is performed by Websense Email Security software in conjunction with virus detection software. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Tissue-Tek TEC5
It doesn't seem cold but in relation to how hot the other areas are it seems to be sufficient. It has been very reliable. We have had three in the 22 years I have used them and two are still in use. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Gregoire, Rhonda (MAFRI) Sent: Tuesday, January 21, 2014 12:09 PM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Tissue-Tek TEC5 We are looking to purchase a new embedding centre. If you are using the Tissue-Tek embedding centre do you find that the cold spot is cold enough? Any other pros/cons? Thanks Rhonda Gregoire, MLT Supervisor, Clinical Pathology Veterinary Diagnostic Services Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Development 545 University Crescent Winnipeg, MB R3T 5S6 phone 204-945-7641 fax 204-945-7646 email rhonda.grego...@gov.mb.camailto:rhonda.grego...@gov.mb.ca ___ 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] Warthin Starry Help
Same here. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Roberta Horner Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2014 9:53 AM To: Jennifer MacDonald; Campbell, Tasha M. Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Warthin Starry Help My hydroquonine was received in the lab in 1980 and it works. As long as my control is positive I am allowed to keep it but then I work in a veterinary diagnostic lab and am not under all the regulations that those of you in hospitals are under. Roberta Horner HT/HTL Animal Diagnostic Lab Penn State University -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jennifer MacDonald Sent: Tuesday, January 14, 2014 10:16 AM To: Campbell, Tasha M. Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Warthin Starry Help Hydroquinone has a short shelf life once opened. On Jan 14, 2014, at 6:59 AM, Campbell, Tasha M. tmcampb...@fmh.org wrote: I need help with warthin starry stain please. I am a very small lab trying to save money so I want to make the reagents myself. I have sigma Aldrich dry reagents and have been making the reagents and following the instructions correctly and I did get the stain to work wonderfully when I first started. Then suddenly it quit working and I cannot get it to work again. I have made fresh reagents day after day and I have a pH of 3.8 for the acidulated water. The tissue will stain normally with the yellow to brown background and I the developing solution turns black when it is left on paper but the h.pylori organisms are not staining. I am getting very frustrated and need some help please. Thank you. Tasha Campbell, HTL tmcampb...@fmh.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 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] omnimap/chromomap kit for ventana
I have two chromo map kits for the Discovery I can send you. Lynn M Burton Histology Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Catherine Simonson Sent: Tuesday, November 19, 2013 11:09 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] omnimap/chromomap kit for ventana Hello Fellow Histonetters, I find myself in a bit of a bind. I have a couple of urgent studies/cases that need to be done by the end of this week, but our kit has run out and is on back-order from Ventana. I need to do Caspase and Major Basic Protein (both rabbit antibodies). Would it be the acme of foolishness to ask if anyone would have a spare kit? Or any other suggestions? is it possible to do antigen retrieval on the machine and use the dead volume in the containers to do the rest of the stain by hand? Thank you all in advance, Catherine Simonson, HT The Jackson Laboratory Bar Harbor, ME ___ 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] antigen retrieval question
If anyone out there is using a decloaker for antigen retrieval, when doing ihc staining, would you please contact me on my e-mail address? I have been struggling with a BVD test for months. It is not working consistently and I want to explore using this method along with our Benchmark XT stainer from Ventana. Thank you, Lynn Burton Galesburg Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il lynn.bur...@illinois.gov ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Temperature strips:
That's what we do. Lynn Burton Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jb Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 1:38 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Temperature strips: Does anyone know if we have to keep our temperature strips from our decloaking chamber/pressure cooker for CAP? We have currently been stapling them to our log. Sent from my iPhone ___ 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] RE: Special Stainers
I have been very pleased with the Discovery and Benchmark from Ventana. Lynn Burton -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Kiranjit Grewal Sent: Friday, May 17, 2013 2:59 PM To: Nails, Felton Cc: histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] RE: Special Stainers Vantana has good system, we have 11 units. Kiran Sent from my iPhone On May 17, 2013, at 11:25 AM, Nails, Felton flna...@texaschildrens.org wrote: I would like to be included on this request also, We currently have the DAKO special stainer and are looking to see what else is available. The DAKO unit is very good but we are being forced to sign a reagent agreement with a minimum commitment even though we own the unit. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Michael Kent Sent: Friday, May 17, 2013 12:46 PM To: histonet Subject: [Histonet] Special Stainers Hello All, Can you share your experience or recommend an automated Special Stainer for clinical path? We are considering adding an additional. Thanks, Mike ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet __ 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 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: Sakura film coverslipper
We have had a Sakura film coverslipper since 1997. It has had three service calls, mostly in last 5 years. Those service calls were minor problems quickly fixed. When we demoed several different coverslippers, we found this one to have the least amount of tweeking involved. It has been a wonderful machine and Tech One services it. They say it is a great machine. If I were buying again; I would go straight to this. Lynn Burton Animal Disease Laboratory Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of MARCELLYN A. STONE Sent: Wednesday, April 17, 2013 8:38 AM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Sakura film coverslipper Good morning I am looking into buying a film coverslipper from Sakura. We currently use a glass coverslipper. I would like any thoughts, pros, cons that you may have on film vs. glass. I have heard that there tends to be a problem a few years later with the film curling. Any info. will be greatly appreciated. Thanks Marcy CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail communication and any attachments may contain confidential and privileged information for use by the designated recipients named above. They are intended solely for these recipients. 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 Calvert Memorial Hospital immediately by telephone at (410)535-8282 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Embedding Centers
Both animal disease labs in the state of Illinois have used the Sakura machines for the twenty years I have been here with great success. We also have aSakura processor that has been going for 25 years and a coverslipper that has only had 3 service calls for minor problems in the past 15+ years. They make good products. Lynn Burton Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Tim Wheelock Sent: Thursday, December 06, 2012 2:29 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Embedding Centers Hi Everyone: I am also in the market for a new paraffin embedding center. I have demo-ed or site-visited the Sakura TEK5, the Leica EG1150, and the Thermo-Fisher HistoStar. I was wondering if people could give me their critical opinion on these, or other machines. What sorts of problems have you had with them. I currently have a 25 year old Shandon Embedding Center. I like it a lot. But I would like to find a machine with a specimen holding tank large enough to allow me to immerse 300 cassettes all at once. This is because I infiltrate brain tissue with Tissue Path Paraplast but embed with Surgipath Embedding Media So I let the cassettes sit immersed in the Surgipath for an hour or two before embedding. (Until I can buy a new processor, The Shandon's holding tank also serves as a third processing station, since my Shandon Hypercenter has only 2 wax reservoirs) I also do not feel comfortable having the cassettes sitting dry in the holding tank Thanks, Tim Wheelock Neuropathology Laboratory Harvard Brain Bank McLean Hospital Belmont, MA ___ 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] 88305TC starting to hit the fan...
Amen. I never voted for him -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of David Kemler Sent: Monday, November 19, 2012 8:49 PM To: Fellow HistoNetters Subject: Re: [Histonet] 88305TC starting to hit the fan... Hmmm...I think more people should have paid attention to Obamacare two years ago when it was being shoved down eveyones throat. Oh well.. as old saying goes...You ain't seen nottin' yet! I'm just amazed that there are so many in the profession who are surprised about the changes beginning to take place, there are many, many more to come in 2013 14 and all of them affect your job or lack thereof. :) Everyone had the opportunity to change things on November 6th - they chose not to. So, you live with it. Yours, David From: Davide Costanzo pathloc...@gmail.com To: Webster, Thomas S. twebs...@crh.org Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, November 19, 2012 6:46 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] 88305TC starting to hit the fan... While this stinks on many levels, I have to take issue with the shift wealth from specialists to family practice - family practice docs have been the frontline of medicine, all the while earning less than a quarter of what specialists earn. It's about time they get a boost. Too many specialists earn over a million a year, while the family practice guys/ladies can barely pay their student loans. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 19, 2012, at 1:25 PM, Webster, Thomas S. twebs...@crh.org wrote: CAP had a webinar last week about the cut. These are some very scary times. For some reason the government has decided to shift wealth from specialists to family practice. I am becoming more angry with the affordable care act everyday. http://www.cap.org/apps/cap.portal?_nfpb=truecntvwrPtlt_actionOverrid e=%2Fportlets%2FcontentViewer%2Fshow_windowLabel=cntvwrPtltcntvwrPtl t%7BactionForm.contentReference%7D=advocacy%2Fadvocacy_related_webinar s.html_state=maximized_pageLabel=cntvwr CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including all attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. You may NOT use, disclose, copy or disseminate this information. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail immediately. Please destroy all copies of the original message and all attachments. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Columbus Regional Hospital 2400 East 17th Street Columbus, Indiana 47201___ 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems
We just got a Discovery XT and have had the Benchmark XT. It still works well after 10 years. Lynn -Original Message- From: Joe W. Walker, Jr. [mailto:joewal...@rrmc.org] Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 9:38 AM To: Terri Brown; Sebree Linda A; Burton, Lynn; Gloria Tharp; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems Which Dako and Ventana machines are you all using? We are in the market for a new IHC stainer and the new Ventana BenckMark Ultra machine looks interesting. Joe W. Walker, Jr. MS, SCT(ASCP)CM Anatomical Pathology Manager Rutland Regional Medical Center 160 Allen Street, Rutland, VT 05701 P: 802.747.1790 F: 802.747.6525 NEW EMAIL: joewal...@rrmc.org www.rrmc.org Our Vision: To be the Best Community Healthcare System in New England Rutland Regional...Vermont's 1st Hospital to Achieve Both ANCC Magnet Recognition(r) and the Governor's Award for Performance Excellence -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Terri Brown Sent: Monday, October 29, 2012 10:26 AM To: Sebree Linda A; Burton, Lynn; Gloria Tharp; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems We had Ventana and changed to Dako. The Dako phone tech support is excellent and we never wait long for in house service. Our pathologists love the turnaround time with the open system and the stain quality. Terri H. Brown, HT (ASCP) Pathology Laboratory Manager Northside Hospital Atlanta terri.br...@northside.com -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Sebree Linda A Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 4:52 PM To: 'Burton, Lynn'; Gloria Tharp; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems I concur with Lynn; we've been dealing with Ventana 19 years. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Burton, Lynn Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 3:47 PM To: Gloria Tharp; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems We have been dealing with Ventana for at least 10 years with very good service and reliability. Their phone tech support is excellent and we have never waited long for in house service. Lynn Burton Lab Associate Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Gloria Tharp Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 2:38 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems Does anyone have info about Dako vs Ventana IHC systems as to consistency and reliability as far as turn around time on tech repair on site. Thanks. Gloria Tharp, BA, HTL(ASCP) Director of Operations PCA Southeast gth...@pcasoutheast.com ___ 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 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This electronic mail transmission has been sent by Northside Hospital. It may contain information that is confidential, privileged, proprietary, or otherwise legally exempt from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that you are not authorized to read, print, retain, copy or disseminate this message, any part of it, or any attachments. If you have received this message in error, please delete this message and any attachments from your system without reading the content and notify the sender immediately of the inadvertent transmission. There is no intent on the part of the sender to waive any privilege. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet This message (and any included attachments) is from Rutland Regional Health Services and is intended only for the addressee(s). The information contained herein may include privileged or otherwise confidential information. Unauthorized review, forwarding, printing, copying, distributing, or using such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you received this message in error, or have reason to believe you are not authorized to receive it, please promptly delete this message and notify the sender by e-mail. Thank You ___ Histonet
RE: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems
We have been dealing with Ventana for at least 10 years with very good service and reliability. Their phone tech support is excellent and we have never waited long for in house service. Lynn Burton Lab Associate Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Gloria Tharp Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 2:38 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Dako vs Ventana IHC systems Does anyone have info about Dako vs Ventana IHC systems as to consistency and reliability as far as turn around time on tech repair on site. Thanks. Gloria Tharp, BA, HTL(ASCP) Director of Operations PCA Southeast gth...@pcasoutheast.com ___ 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] microtome
I would try Tech One Biomedical. They have a great staff and they have done all of our repairs for a long time. 1-866-497-3033 www.techoneweb.com Lynn Burton Galesburg Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of E. Wayne Johnson Sent: Friday, September 21, 2012 11:33 AM To: Histonet Subject: [Histonet] microtome We work in a previously underutilized histology lab. There was a sliding horizontal Sakura microtome, a functioning Thermo microtome, and a nonfunctioning Leica 5xxx (not a very fancy Leica). The center where we work has no interest in fixing the Leica microtome. I am supposing that it is merely dirty. Beijing is very dusty and the windows to the room leaked badly until we installed window seals. I would like to try to take the Leica microtome apart and try to clean it but I cant find the way to get it open. There is no hatch to open like on an old AO Spencer. We are told that it would cost way to much to have Leica service it. Does anyone have any experience with maintenance or repair of a low-end Leica Microtome and have any tips to share on how to open and clean it? Wayne Johnson Beijing. ___ 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] microtome
Perhaps they have a contact person since they do so much work throughout the US. From: jsjurc...@comcast.net [mailto:jsjurc...@comcast.net] Sent: Friday, September 21, 2012 3:16 PM To: Jay Lundgren Cc: Histonet; Burton, Lynn Subject: Re: [Histonet] microtome As I said, I'm not sure they have anybody in Beijing. From: Jay Lundgren jaylundg...@gmail.com To: Lynn Burton lynn.bur...@illinois.gov Cc: Histonet histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Friday, September 21, 2012 2:27:59 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] microtome Um.he is in Beijing. ___ 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: Eosin
We have used a mixture of Eosin Y and Phloxine B with acetic acid as follows: 780mL 95 %ETOH 100mL Eosin 10mL Phloxine B 4mL glacial acetic acid We seem to be consistent. We have used this for 17 years. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Hannen, Valerie [valerie.han...@parrishmed.com] Sent: Thursday, August 09, 2012 10:23 AM To: histonet Subject: [Histonet] Eosin Hi Folks...I am hoping you all give me a little help. Our Pathologists are complaining about our Eosin on the HE's being weak. The funny thing is, is that it can go one day to the next...one day it looks great...the next it is weak!! I have already done some experimenting with...1) time tissue spends in Eosin 2) making sure that the alcohols after Eosin are the proper concentrations3) reducing the time that the tissues spends in the alcohols atfer Eosin... I have even gone as far as 4) increasing the rinse time in water after the decolorizing and bluing steps. 5) I have checked the pH of the water as well. Any help and suggestions would greatly appreciated!! Thanks Gang!! Valerie A. Hannen, MLT(ASCP),HTL,SU(FL) Histology Section Chief Parrish Medical Center 951 N. Washington Ave. Titusville, Florida 32976 Phone:(321) 268-6333 ext. 7506 Fax: (321) 268-6149 valerie.han...@parrishmed.com * = This email is intended solely for the use of the individual to whom it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If the reader of this email is not the intended recipient or the employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, please immediately delete this message. Thank you = ___ 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: Varistain 24-4 Stainer Manual
I have an operator guide. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Scott, Allison D [allison_sc...@hchd.tmc.edu] Sent: Tuesday, June 12, 2012 4:18 PM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Varistain 24-4 Stainer Manual Hello to all in histoland. Does anyone have a maual for the Varistain 24-4 stainer? I have a friend looking for one. Any help in this will be appreciated. Allison Scott HT(ASCP) Histology Supervisor LBJ Hospital Houston, Texas 77026 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail and delete this e-mail and any attachments from your computer system. To the extent the information in this e-mail and any attachments contain protected health information as defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), PL 104-191; 45 CFR Parts 160 and 164; or Chapter 181, Texas Health and Safety Code, it is confidential and/or privileged. This e-mail may also be confidential and/or privileged under Texas law. The e-mail is for the use of only the individual or entity named above. If you are not the intended recipient, or any authorized representative of the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination or copying of this e-mail and its attachments 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
RE: [Histonet] FW: Redneck Lent
Let's move on please. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Bartlett, Jeanine (CDC/OID/NCEZID) [j...@cdc.gov] Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 5:09 AM To: Histonet Server Subject: FW: [Histonet] FW: Redneck Lent Jeanine H. Bartlett Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infectious Diseases Pathology Branch 404-639-3590 jeanine.bartl...@cdc.hhs.gov -Original Message- From: Bartlett, Jeanine (CDC/OID/NCEZID) Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 6:09 AM To: 'Davide Costanzo' Subject: RE: [Histonet] FW: Redneck Lent Actually, I thought the joke was mostly aimed at stupid, Southern Baptists. And by the way, I am from Georgia and am Baptist. I was not offended. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Davide Costanzo Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 11:22 AM To: Boyd, Debbie M Cc: Histonet Server; JOSEPH FRAZEE; LINDA FRAZEE; mike tony siltman; Taylors Cars Subject: Re: [Histonet] FW: Redneck Lent I, personally, found the joke very funny. I find a lot of distasteful jokes funny - I actually prefer them over anything clean. That does not take away the fact that discussing religion, or politics (with humor or in any other form) has no place in the workplace. Histonet is, in many ways, an extension of the workplace. I also do not discuss religion or politics with strangers, and there certainly are more strangers that read this blog than folks we know. While I was not personally offended by that joke, it is very conceivable to think that some folks would be offended. As I told one replier - had this joke been about Jews it would have been something folks reacted to harshly. And, for good reason. So we cannot joke about Jews or Muslims, but Catholics are fine? I respectfully disagree - ALL religions and posts of humor in reference to a religion on a public listserv is a terrible idea. And, incidentally, this support for those that could be offended is coming from me - a person that thinks ALL religion is a joke in the first place. On Tue, Mar 27, 2012 at 8:08 AM, Boyd, Debbie M dkb...@chs.net wrote: For goodness sakes! It is a joke. First of all it was accidently sent to HistoNet per Joseph's second email. But most of all can't we just loosen up a bit and laugh at/with each other? Every religion, race, gender, etc. has had jokes made about it. Give the guy a break. Debbie M. Boyd HT (ASCP) l Chief Histologist l Southside Regional Medical Center l 200 Medical Park Blvd. l Petersburg, Va. 23805 l PH 804-765-5050 l FAX 804-765-8852 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [ histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] on behalf of JOSEPH FRAZEE [ jfra...@hotmail.com] Sent: Monday, March 26, 2012 6:48 PM To: Histonet Server; Taylors Cars; LINDA FRAZEE; mike tony siltman Subject: [Histonet] FW: Redneck Lent Date: Mon, 26 Mar 2012 19:55:27 +0100 From: spoeri...@yahoo.com Subject: Fw: Fwd: Redneck Lent To: karen.green...@hobbylobby.com; stewartdap...@hotmail.com; yvette.fette...@basf.com; footch...@yahoo.com; frazeeli...@hotmail.com; jfra...@hotmail.com; donna.lu...@gmail.com Kerri - Forwarded Message - From: Sharen Pray praysha...@yahoo.com To: Ruth Posey ruthalpo...@yahoo.com; LueAnn Root lar...@ymail.com; Marjorie Norris nursenor...@yahoo.com; Tom Voss, Sr. tomv...@wildblue.net; Taber Stewart texcon.ta...@gmail.com; MONTIE L WINTERS molo...@yahoo.com; Terry Maloney maloney_te...@yahoo.com; kerri spoering spoeri...@yahoo.com; Kenny Debbie Hager kanddha...@att.net Sent: Saturday, 24 March 2012, 21:06 Subject: Fw: Fwd: Redneck Lent Each Friday night after work, Bubba would fire up his outdoor grill and cook a venison steak. But, all of Bubba's neighbors were Catholic. And since it was Lent, they were forbidden from eating meat on Friday. The delicious aroma from the grilled venison steaks was causing such a problem for the Catholic faithful that they finally talked to their priest. The Priest came to visit Bubba, and suggested that he become a Catholic. After several classes and much study, Bubba attended Mass...and as the priest sprinkled holy water over him, he said, You were born a Baptist, and raised a Baptist, but now you are a Catholic. Bubba's neighbors were greatly relieved, until Friday night arrived, and the wonderful aroma of grilled venison filled the neighborhood. The Priest was called immediately by the neighbors, and, as he rushed into Bubba's yard, clutching a rosary and prepared to scold him, he stopped and watched in amazement. There stood Bubba, clutching a small bottle of holy water which he carefully sprinkled over the grilling meat and
[Histonet] RE: Ventana XT/Ultra
We have. I don't recall the amount dispensed but my notes say the cost, per slide, is as follows: LCS $.02 CC1.28 EZ Prep $.15 Reaction Buffer $.02 Ultra View kit $5.09 My brain keeps telling me the dispensed amount is 1,uL? Tech support at Ventana is great about answering those questions. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Clare Thornton [cthorn...@dahlchase.com] Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2012 10:43 AM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Ventana XT/Ultra Has anyone ever worked up cost/slide for either the XT and/or Ultra as far as the bulk fluids are concerned? Does anyone know how much bulk fluid (LCS, Reaction buffer, CC1) is used per slide during a typical run? thanks! Clare Clare J. Thornton, HTL(ASCP), QIHC Assistant Histology Supervisor Dahl-Chase Diagnostic Services 417 State Street, Suite 540 Bangor, ME 04401 cthorn...@dahlchase.com ___ 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] ventana uv alkaline phosphatase red
The ultra view platform changed its clearing process in November. After staining slides are to be run through two changes of soapy water and then distilled water. After that is done they go on a slide dryer/warmer for at least 15 minutes before going into xylene and then coverslipped. Our sales rep made me aware of the change when it happened. I opened a new kit yesterday and what I just wrote is what the package insert said to do. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of anita dudley [azdud...@hotmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, March 13, 2012 4:49 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] ventana uv alkaline phosphatase red for those of you that use the ultraview alk phos red on their machines, do you run the slides through alcohols? we are having a lot of trouble with the staining, sometimes it is good others no staining at all on our mart 1s or pin4 prostate bxs. I was told that we should not put them in alc. air dry after water or oven dry? just wondering is that how others are handleing their slides stained with the red kit? we have been running them down through the alc. with the dab ones. thanks so much anita dudley providence hosp mobile alabama ___ 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] Ventana xt
One great thing is that it does everything on the machine. It deparrifinizes as well as stains. The ultra view platform has even simplified the steps from machine to coverslipping. It can be set to run overnight. It has delayed timers for starting or ending. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of del phillips [dphill...@vetmed.lsu.edu] Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 12:29 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Ventana xt Looking for any pros and cons on the Ventana XT. Thanks Del ___ 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: Interview Questions
I don't have any ideas but I am sorry to hear you are leaving. Good Luck with your future. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Breeden, Sara [sbree...@nmda.nmsu.edu] Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 9:37 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Interview Questions Okay, My People - I will be one of the interviewers for locating my replacement). I've not been this fortunate before and I do know there are questions one cannot ask so that's not an issue. What I'd like to know is what I SHOULD ask. This position is fairly straightforward - basic veterinary histology with nothing significantly challenging (but with that potential). What would YOU want to know about a candidate that would convince you that this person was The One? I need questions with meat to them. Your suggestions will be much-ly appreciated. 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Slide Brite
We have used this product for many years as well. It has performed well without the hazards of xylene. We still use xylene on the processor for cleaning. I have not used it in special stains, only on the processor. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Nicole Tatum [nic...@dlcjax.com] Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 10:50 AM To: Marsh, Nannette; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Slide Brite I have used this product for about 10yrs and love it. It has no fumes and no foul odor like the orange smelly stuff which gives me the worst headache. I use it in my processor. To deparrafinize and in my routine stain line. It works great with special stains to. I have not used it for IHC since the lab I work in does not deal with that test. It is non toxic as well. I purchase my supply from Chad at Mercedes Medical. P.S. There are few draw backs. I feel that the solution has to be changed more often than xylene as it becomes saturated faster. It also does not remove coverslip as well as xylene. Nicole Tatum, HT ASCP Hello. I saw a post this morning about Slide Brite substitute for Xylene and would like to get your opinion(s) on the product. Thank you, Nanne Marsh HT (ASCP) Histology Specialist II 1000 E 50th Street Kansas City, MO. 64110 (816) 926-4305 n...@stowers.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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Amazing
I still use that. It is 70% with 5mL of hydrochloric acid if making 1L. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Sarah Dysart [sdys...@mirnarx.com] Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:59 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Amazing I find it amazing sometimes when you don't do something for awhile how quickly your brain throws the information away. That being said...I know back in the day when I was learning histology we used to make our own acid alcohol solution (now where I am had a butt load of Clearifier so I was using that up). I don't want to buy that stuff anymore as making the solution is way cheaper and works just as well. I want to say it was like a 1% acid solution in alcohol?? What was the acid? For some reason my brain says glacial acetic...but time has made me forget. Is the alcohol you mix it in 100% or something lower with a water content to it? Please help my alzheimers =) Happy Thursday!! Sarah Goebel-Dysart, 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] RE: Cost of 10% NBF
Sorry Sara, We make our own here too. I can't remember why exactly. One reason is the space for a 50 gallon drum I believe. Good Luck. Bureaucrats always think personnel is cheap enough to be expendable. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Breeden, Sara [sbree...@nmda.nmsu.edu] Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 8:53 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Cost of 10% NBF I don't suppose that anyone out in HistoPersonLand has done a cost comparison between making your own 10% NBF and purchasing a 50-gallon drum of 10% NBF, perhaps? I did this several years ago but my idea of saving tech time/costs by buying the bulk was shot down because there was someone here that did the making. Now we're even more shorthanded and I think it would be a better use of everyone's time to just buy the darned stuff in bulk. Any chances that someone's already done this? If you have, I'd appreciate your input and my everlasting gratitude (brownies not included). 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] RE: Zeiss Microm Rotary Microtome HM 325
Try Tech One Biomedical at www.techoneweb.com or 1-866-497-3033. They do good work. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Lyn Stadler [lstad...@cbiolabs.com] Sent: Friday, November 04, 2011 1:06 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Zeiss Microm Rotary Microtome HM 325 Curious if anyone out there has one of these microtomes? We have one that needs repair of the Trimming Lever. The warranty has expired and I am trying to determine the most cost effective way to deal with it? Pay for the service call or purchase a service contract. Any information/suggestions/comments would be GREATLY appreciated! Lyn Stadler Histology Technician Department of Histopathology Cleveland Biolabs, Inc. 73 High Street Buffalo, NY 14203 This communication may contain privileged information. It is intended solely for the use of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, you are strictly prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing or using any of this information. If you received this communication in error, please contact the sender immediately and destroy the material in its entirety, whether electronic or hard copy. This communication may contain nonpublic information about individuals and businesses subject to the restrictions of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act. You may not directly or indirectly reuse or redisclose such information for any purpose other than to provide the services for which you are receiving the information. ___ 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: Automated coverslipper with Ventana labels
We have a 15 year old Sakura film coverslipper that has performed famously with Venatana labels. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Theresa (Teri) Johnson [tjohn...@gnf.org] Sent: Monday, October 31, 2011 12:04 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Automated coverslipper with Ventana labels Hi all, I wanted to ask if any of you out there are currently using an automated coverslipper and do not have issues with the forks picking up the slides if they have Ventana labels on them. I have used a Leica and had only very occasionally a dropped slide. Is this your experience as well? Are there other units that would work well for this? Feel free to contact me off list if you need to. Thanks! Teri Johnson, HT(ASCP)QIHC GNF Histology Lab Manager Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation 858-332-4752 ___ 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] cost of an HE
We calculated that to be right around $4.05 per slide. That does not include labor. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jennifer MacDonald [jmacdon...@mtsac.edu] Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 1:23 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] cost of an HE Has anyone calculated the approximate cost of an HE, materials only, no labor? Including the cost of the cassette, paraffin, slide, hematoxylin, eosin and staining reagents? Thanks, Jennifer MacDonald Mt. San Antonio College ___ 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] repetitive wrist injury
Thanks for all the great info Pearl! I forget some of those easy things day to day. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of gerv...@aol.com [gerv...@aol.com] Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 9:22 PM To: sbree...@nmda.nmsu.edu; mcaul...@umdnj.edu; lori.gar...@medtronic.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] repetitive wrist injury Sounds like you have been long overdue for a motorized microtome, cover slipper, immuno stainer and some good ergo forceps. It really makes a difference. Why keep abusing your body and becoming a cripple. Pearl from New Orleans In a message dated 7/27/2011 1:24:49 P.M. Central Daylight Time, sbree...@nmda.nmsu.edu writes: I've just added DeQuervain's tendonitis to my repertoire! It joins bilateral carpal tunnel (repaired successfully) and trigger finger (two repaired, three developing). You'd THINK I could say it's time to quit but the boss has threatened to put sugar in my gas tank. Oh, bother... ___ 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] RE: Microtome Repair
Tech One Biomedical offers services in that area. 1-866-497-3033 techone b...@attbi.com. We have used them for years with great success. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Wimer, Helen [wim...@si.edu] Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 8:42 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Microtome Repair Can anyone recommend a company that does microtome repair in the Washington, DC/ Maryland area? Thanks! Helen F Wimer HT (ASCP) Smithsonian Institution Department of Vertebrate Zoology Washington, DC (301) 496-1391 wim...@si.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
RE: [Histonet] repetitive wrist injury
That could also be tendonitis related to the snuff joint. It starts with a D. Dequarveins or something, someone will know. I got it when I was pregnant with my second child. There are exercises for strengthening that tendon. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Garcia, Lori, Sr. Scientist [lori.gar...@medtronic.com] Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 11:55 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] repetitive wrist injury I bought a big countertop jar opener a few years back for the same reason, only we have very large jars that we can't even get our little female hands around. The jar opener was supposed to open all sizes, but it wasn't able to open either our large ones or our small ones. Big waste! I hope you find something that works. Maybe one of us should invent jars that are really airtight and still easy to open! Lori -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Roberta Horner Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2011 5:16 AM To: Cathy; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] repetitive wrist injury I recently went to the doctor about pain in my thumb (joint closest to the wrist) and was told it is arthritis and for opening jars I should get one of those kitchen jar openers. Either the under the counter or a hand held one. Roberta -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Cathy Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 10:02 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] repetitive wrist injury Has anyone experienced problems with the histotechnologists or Pathologist's Assistants developing wrist injuries from opening the small specimen containers all day on the grossing bench? If so, how did you address this issue? We have had occupational health assess the process; there haven't been any suggestions yet. Cathy Kelowna, B.C. ___ 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 [CONFIDENTIALITY AND PRIVACY NOTICE] Information transmitted by this email is proprietary to Medtronic and is intended for use only by the individual or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is private, privileged, confidential or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you are not the intended recipient or it appears that this mail has been forwarded to you without proper authority, you are notified that any use or dissemination of this information in any manner is strictly prohibited. In such cases, please delete this mail from your records. To view this notice in other languages you can either select the following link or manually copy and paste the link into the address bar of a web browser: http://emaildisclaimer.medtronic.com ___ 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: Diff-Quik stain
Fisher has a Hema 3 System in 500mL bottles for $144.75 that I use. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Shirley A. Powell [powell...@mercer.edu] Sent: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 3:52 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Diff-Quik stain Hi Guys, I am looking for diff-quick stain kits that are economical. My pathologist is contemplating another medical mission trip to Haiti and I need to locate a kit that she can take with her for blood smears. I have found a few upwards of $600 but she does not need a gallon of each of the solutions. If you know of a supplier of smaller volumes or even if you have protocols where you make your own, please share. Vendors comments are welcome if you contact me personally, please do not flood histonet with ads. Thanks in advance. Shirley Shirley A. Powell, HT(ASCP)HTL, QIHC Technical Director Histology Curricular Support Laboratory Mercer University School of Medicine 1550 College Street Macon, GA 31207 478-301-2374 Lab 478-301-5489 Fax ___ 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: Stupid, stupid static!!
Use fabric softener sheets. You can wipe the blades and knife holders with them. My daughter's American Girl magazine says to pour lotion in your hand, rub it between your hands and while it is still shiny run your hands through your hair to control static. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of sgoe...@mirnarx.com [sgoe...@mirnarx.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 1:15 PM To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Stupid, stupid static!! So where the microtome is here that I have to use we have to wear those blue hospital booties and disposable lab coats (the white paper type ones). With me and several other people walking around in those booties the amount of static electricity is to say the least frusterating!! Does anyone know of anything I can do to get rid of the static? Thanks 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
RE: [Histonet] RE: Stupid, stupid static!!
You will want to wash your hands after you do that but it really does cut the static. I also keep a spray bottle of DI water next to the microtome. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: Jan Shivers [shive...@umn.edu] Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 1:32 PM To: Burton, Lynn; sgoe...@mirnarx.com; Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] RE: Stupid, stupid static!! If you use lotion in the lab, won't it get on your slides and cause havoc (big oil droplets)? Jan Shivers - Original Message - From: Burton, Lynn lynn.bur...@illinois.gov To: sgoe...@mirnarx.com; Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 1:21 PM Subject: [Histonet] RE: Stupid, stupid static!! Use fabric softener sheets. You can wipe the blades and knife holders with them. My daughter's American Girl magazine says to pour lotion in your hand, rub it between your hands and while it is still shiny run your hands through your hair to control static. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of sgoe...@mirnarx.com [sgoe...@mirnarx.com] Sent: Wednesday, January 05, 2011 1:15 PM To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Stupid, stupid static!! So where the microtome is here that I have to use we have to wear those blue hospital booties and disposable lab coats (the white paper type ones). With me and several other people walking around in those booties the amount of static electricity is to say the least frusterating!! Does anyone know of anything I can do to get rid of the static? Thanks 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] looking for references to stain protocols
I am in need of references for stain protocols. The stain I am searching for in particular is the modified Gimenez, also known as Pierce-Vanderkamp for chlamydia and rickettsia. If anyone can point me in the right direction I would appreciate it. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Warthin-Starry Stain
It has been my experience that if I use charged slides I get overstaining. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Chakib Boussahmain Sent: Tue 8/31/2010 9:22 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Warthin-Starry Stain Hi Histonet, Does anyone out there uses Warthin-Starry Stain, If so, Can you help me with troubleshooting, my slides get overstained even though i respect the developing time that is in the procedure which is 3.5min. thank you in advance and your help will be very much appreciated! Chakib HTL(ASCP) MIT ___ 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] FW: M. Bovis IHC question
From: Burton, Lynn Sent: Tue 7/13/2010 2:17 PM To: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: M. Bovis IHC question If anyone out there is using M. Bovis antobody from Chemicon can you please tell me what dilution you arer using? We had a computer crash last year and I have lost this information. Thank You. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] FW: bovine viral diarhea antibody
I am looking for a vendor of BVDV antibody for IHC testing. We had used Syracuse Bioanalytical in the past. They seem to be gone. I would appreciate any suggestions. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Histodeck Flash Cards
Where did you purchase them? Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Kim Merriam Sent: Thu 6/10/2010 7:57 AM To: lau...@conxis.com Cc: Histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] Histodeck Flash Cards Hi Laurie, I purchased them because I am thinking about taking the HTL in the next year or so. The are pretty nice, they are divided up into categories (fixation, processing, etc) and each category has a different color edge on the card. They have questions on the front with the answers and explanations on the back. They were pretty expensive (75-80, I think), but would probably help out a lot when studying for an exam (a non-histologist could ask the questions and help you study)! I will probably enlist my 9 year old, who gets a kick out of this kind of thing. Kim Kim Merriam, MA, HT(ASCP)QIHC Cambridge, MA From: lau...@conxis.com lau...@conxis.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Tue, June 8, 2010 11:20:46 AM Subject: [Histonet] Histodeck Flash Cards Hi Everyone, I was wondering if anyone out there has used the Histodeck flash cards to study for the HTL exam? Just curious. Thanks, Laurie *** ___ 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] IHC protocol for vimentin in animal tissue
Does anyone out there have an IHC protocol, for Vimentin, in animal tissues, that has been working for them on the Ventana Benchmark XT? I would appreciate any suggestions at this point. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Tissue Tek 5 dispenser
Try Tech One Biomedical. I am not sure what you are asking for. www.techoneweb.com Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Lucy Zong Sent: Thu 10/22/2009 1:43 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Tissue Tek 5 dispenser I am looking for a Tissue Tek 5 dispensing unit. Can anyone help me out? ___ 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] discarding old dry chemicals with no expiration date
Our dilemma has been that we aren't sure how they should be disposed of. We have chemicals that are probably more than 30 years old. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Kelly Boyd Sent: Wed 9/30/2009 12:24 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] discarding old dry chemicals with no expiration date Our lab recently had our CLIA inspection and the surveyor informed me that we need to discard any dry chemicals with an opened date of more than 10 years, even though none of the dry chemicals have an expiration date. This was not written up as a deficiency, but it was suggested we follow up on this for our next re-certification. I am sure it is best to keep the chemicals current, but is this what all labs are doing? Kelly D. Boyd, BS, HTL (ASCP) Lab Manager Harris Histology Services 2025 Eastgate Dr. Ste. F Greenville, NC 27858 www.harrishisto.com Tele (252)-830-6866 (800)-284-0672 Cell (252)-943-9527 Fax (252)-830-0032 ___ 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] Cost to produce an HE slide
I don't know what the COST to produce an HE is but we charge outside entities $8 each to stain them. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Amy Johnson Sent: Wed 9/2/2009 11:11 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Cost to produce an HE slide Hello Histonet.Has anyone ever figured out how much it costs to produce an HE slide? Are there any articles out there that would help to figure this out? I realize it may be different for each institution but a ball park figure would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Amylin Johnson ___ 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] Vet tissue processing
We can do that but what kind of volume are you looking at? Where are you located? Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 309-344-2451 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of b427...@aol.com Sent: Thu 7/23/2009 7:02 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Vet tissue processing I'm looking for a histology processing lab who will process NBF veterinary tissues to H+E slides. I need a short turn around time, like 7-10 days. Any suggestions will be considered. Thanks, **Dell Deals: Treat yourself to a sweet deal on popular laptops! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1223100673x1201716527/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Faltfarm.mediaplex.com%2Fad%2Fck%2F12309%2D81939%2D1629%2D7) ___ 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] cloudy formalin in tissue processor
Is your formalin picking up water from the air in the room? Check the humidity level in your room. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Christine I. Braaten Sent: Thu 5/21/2009 11:41 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] cloudy formalin in tissue processor Has anyone had a problem with their formalin getting cloudy in their tissue processor? We have a VIP tissue processor and just recently started having problems with cloudy formalin. Any suggestions would be appreciated. I checked the archives and couldn't find any articles on this particular subject. Thanks. CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This electronic message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipients and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by electronic mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ___ 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] FW: formalin neutralizers
Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: Burton, Lynn Sent: Tue 3/24/2009 10:31 AM To: histonet-bou...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: formalin neutralizers What is everyone using to neutral their formalin? Who has the best product for the price? Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Dako, Thermo and others
Dako did acquire Surgipath recently. The Surgipath rep said it has been a good marriage for them so far. Lynn Burton Lab Assoc. I Animal Disease Lab Galesburg, Il 61401 From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu on behalf of Pamela Marcum Sent: Thu 3/12/2009 10:24 AM To: 'Victor Tobias'; 'jeff' Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] Dako, Thermo and others AMEN Pamela A Marcum University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine Comparative Orthopedic Laboratory (CORL) 382 W Street Rd Kennett Square PA 19438 610-925-6278 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Victor Tobias Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 11:02 AM To: jeff Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] Dako, Thermo and others Jeff, It is not just Dako, but many vendors have jacked up the cost of goods. Let's take the PSLIM from Accuplace. About a month ago you could purchase this for $5K. Now that Thermo has acquired distribution rights it costs over $10K and nothing has changed. To me, it is better to sell 10 at $5K than 5 at $10K. We were ready to purchase several more of these, but have to reconsider our options now. No wonder Healthcare costs are out of control. Victor Victor Tobias Clinical Applications Analyst University of Washington Medical Center Dept of Pathology Room BB220 1959 NE Pacific Seattle, WA 98195 vic...@pathology.washington.edu 206-598-2792 206-598-7659 Fax = Privileged, confidential or patient identifiable information may be contained in this message. This information is meant only for the use of the intended recipients. If you are not the intended recipient, or if the message has been addressed to you in error, do not read, disclose, reproduce, distribute, disseminate or otherwise use this transmission. Instead, please notify the sender by reply e-mail, and then destroy all copies of the message and any attachments. jeff wrote: I was wondering if anyone else is being blackmailed by Dako to sign a contract with them. We have enjoyed our relationship a number of years buying there product as we need it. We also have changed detection kits as we where advised. Now they are telling us that if we do not go with price per slide they will raise our costs of purchasing our supplies. Example EnVision + dual link system last year cost 1,580.70 this year 3,300 and that this will go in effect March 1st ( just talked to the rep about this Tues) Just 1 example. S. Has anyone else had this happen to them and what did you do? Thanks Jeff Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. ___ 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
