RE: [Histonet] CEU's
Sakura does one free webinar per month. http://www.sakura-americas.com/about/webinars.lasso Also, if you have a maintenance contact with some companies, such as Milestone Medical, they may a offer webinar series. Katelin, HTL On Mar 12, 2014 3:49 AM, Campbell, Tasha M. tmcampb...@fmh.org wrote: Leica has free webinars monthly. And Medpage Today has some free CEU's and also try FreeCME Weekly. I just google free CEU's and hope to find stuff. You can use the MLT stuff also, because it is a related field. You only need 2 points in the area which you are certified. And 1 point in lab or patient safety. The remaining points can be in areas of specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest. This is quoted from the ASCP website under requirements. Dako also has a few online education courses on their website. I am one that refuses to pay for any credits. Luckily, my employer has online educational courses for employees that I can take. You may want to check with your employer. Mine is a hospital and a lot of stuff and nurse related but there are things there that work. You may want to check with your employer. Hope this helps!! I too would also appreciate any other free websites/courses, so if you could forward any info you get to me, I would appreciate it!! Thanks. Tasha Campbell, B.S.,HTL(ASCP) Frederick Gastroenterology Associates 310 W. 9th St. Frederick, MD 21701 301-695-6800 ext. 144 (w) 304-685-9307 (c) -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Deloris Carter Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2014 2:33 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] CEU's Can anyone recommend a website with free CEU's? Almost everything I find is for MLT, not HT. I appreciate any info. Deloris Carter, HT(ASCP) ___ 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] LABORATORY SAFETY TEST
I just took (and passed!) the QLS exam this month. My test included several questions about needle stick injuries, chemical spills and safety, and fire safety. The list they have is a great start for studying but I would also get the books they recommend. I admit the test was more difficult than I expected. Good luck! Katelin, HTL On Dec 26, 2013 10:53 AM, Adesupo, Adesuyi (Banjo) abades...@nrh-ok.com wrote: Hi, I am interested in doing the ASCP qualification in laboratory safety test and I will appreciate it, if you guys in histoland could assist/help me with some hints on how to prepare for this test. Thanking you all for your anticipated cooperation. 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 mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] RE: wax on the floors
The kind with the blade was damaging our floors and the blade would break causing a major safety issue. We just bought a long handled scraper from Bel Art; it works really well. http://www.amazon.com/Bel-Art-Scienceware-368290001-Handled-Scraper/dp/B002VBW4N2/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8qid=1383939732sr=8-1-fkmr0keywords=BEL+F368290001+Discrp%3A+Nylon+Long+Handled+Scraper+60%22 Katelin, HTL On Dec 11, 2013 12:32 PM, Blazek, Linda lbla...@digestivespecialists.com wrote: I'm still looking for Bruce the stripper! We use to use a paraffin floor scraper kind of like a scraper on the end of a broom stick but somehow it disappeared. We now use a paraffin scrapper that is much easier on the floor. The one designed for scrapping the floor had a blade that had a tendency to gouge the floor. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Mayer,Toysha N Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 3:17 PM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] Re: wax on the floors Ok, I could not resist. Let's see, I have used: Paint scraper Slide (when I first started) Spackle spatula taped to a broomstick (when I worked at small, poor place) Ice thingy (removes the ice from car windshield) hey I live in Houston, we don't have ice Floor scraper from a carpet/vinyl floor company (when I worked in a fancy lab) Also, don't let housekeeping wax the floors. Sincerely, Toysha N. Mayer, MBA, HT(ASCP) tnma...@mdanderson.org Instructor/Education Coordinator Program in Histotechnology School of Health Professions MD Anderson Cancer Center 713-563.3481 Message: 1 Date: Wed, 11 Dec 2013 09:49:03 -0800 (PST) From: Paula Pierce cont...@excaliburpathology.com Subject: Re: [Histonet] wax on the floors To: Victor A. Tobias vtob...@uw.edu,Histonet histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Message-ID: 1386784143.76836.yahoomail...@web5706.biz.mail.ne1.yahoo.com Content-Type: text/plain; charset=iso-8859-1 A brand name! LOL ? Paula K. Pierce, HTL(ASCP)HT President Excalibur Pathology, Inc. 5830 N Blue Lake Dr. Please note new address! Norman, OK 73069 405-759-3953 Lab 405-759-7513 Fax www.excaliburpathology.com From: Victor A. Tobias vtob...@uw.edu To: Paula Pierce cont...@excaliburpathology.com; Nancy Schmitt nancy_schm...@pa-ucl.com; Histonet histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 11:25 AM Subject: RE: [Histonet] wax on the floors Is Bruce a Brand name or the employee? Victor Tobias HT(ASCP) Clinical Applications Analyst Harborview Medical Center Dept of Pathology Room NJB 244 Ninth Jefferson Seattle, WA 98104 vtob...@u.washington.edu 206-744-2735 206-744-8240 Fax -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Paula Pierce Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 9:17 AM To: Nancy Schmitt; Histonet Subject: Re: [Histonet] wax on the floors Bruce floor stripper! ? Paula K. Pierce, HTL(ASCP)HT President Excalibur Pathology, Inc. 5830 N Blue Lake Dr. Please note new address! Norman, OK 73069 405-759-3953 Lab 405-759-7513 Fax www.excaliburpathology.com From: Nancy Schmitt nancy_schm...@pa-ucl.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 11:05 AM Subject: [Histonet] wax on the floors Happy Hump Day! What is everyone doing to clean floors of paraffin?? Does anyone have any great secrets to how the floors are cleaned of the debris? Thanks for any input! Nancy Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender that you have received it in error and then delete it along with any attachments. 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 End of Histonet Digest, Vol 121, Issue 15 * ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] RE: CAP standard GEN 61300
We are also going through humidity issues post inspection. Our values are based on the specifications in the equipment manuals and are 30%-80%. We use a digital reader. We have been dipping below that and are working to get the humidity up. We have brought in a small humidifier but it is not keeping up on very dry days. It is in our policy to report out of range values to our supervisor and she is now looking in to a more permanent solution. We would also appreciate any comments on how other labs have increased their humidity. Katelin Lester, HTL On May 6, 2013 7:47 AM, Tom McNemar tmcne...@lmhealth.org wrote: I am very interested in this as well. We have an ongoing issue with humidity/static. I have been unable to find anything that lists a recommended humidity level for histology. New construction building codes for labs list 30% - 80% and the equipment manufacturers list 30% - 80% for their recommended operating environment. Based on two different digital readers, our humidity is sometimes in the 20% range (mostly in winter but not always). A hand operated device reads about 40% higher than the digitals so I don't quite know what to make of it. Anyway, I will appreciated any input. Tom McNemar, HT(ASCP) Histology Co-ordinator Licking Memorial Health Systems (740) 348-4163 (740) 348-4166 tmcne...@lmhealth.org www.LMHealth.org -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Knutson, Deanne Sent: Monday, May 06, 2013 8:13 AM To: 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] CAP standard GEN 61300 Fellow Histonetters, I am looking for advice concerning CAP standard GEN 61300 Climate Control. To those that take humidity records in your lab, what exact % range do you use for a normal range? And what do you do if and when you are out of this range? Thank you for sharing your workflow info with me. Deanne Knutson Anatomic Pathology Supervisor St. Alexius Medical Center 701-530-6730 dknut...@primecare.orgmailto:dknut...@primecare.org This email may include confidential and privileged information. If this is not intended for your use, please destroy immediately and contact the sender of the message. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet This e-mail, including attachments, is intended for the sole use of the individual and/or entity to whom it is addressed, and contains information from Licking Memorial Health Systems which is confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, nor authorized to receive for the intended recipient, be aware that any disclosure, copying, distribution or use of the contents of this e-mail and attachments is prohibited. If you have received this in error, please advise the sender by reply e-mail and delete the message immediately. You may also contact the LMH Process Improvement Center at 740-348-4641. E-mail transmissions cannot be guaranteed to be secure or error-free as information could be intercepted, corrupted, lost, destroyed, arrive late or incomplete, or contain viruses. The sender therefore does not accept liability for any errors or omissions in the contents of this message, which arise as a result of e-mail transmission. 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
Re: [Histonet] H Pylori Stain
We use the HP Blue stain by Anatech. Katelin Lester, HTL On Jan 3, 2013 11:23 AM, Tasha Fraser tfra...@olympicmedical.org wrote: Hi everyone! Does anyone have a good h-pylori stain? We currently use the Steiner and Steiner Stain. We've done some testing with the Alcian Yellow-Toluidine Blue Method, but not getting the same results as the book shows. Does anyone have any suggestions please. Tasha Fraser , HT (ASCP) Olympic Medical Center Port Angeles, WA - Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended individual(s) named above and may contain confidential, privileged, and/or protected information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, copying, or distribution of its contents is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, you have received this email in error. If so, please notify the sender immediately by reply email and delete/destroy the original and all copies of this communication. Also know that Internet e-mail is not secure. In choosing to communicate with Olympic Medical Center by email you will assume these confidentiality risks. Internet messages may become corrupted, incomplete, or may incorrectly identify the sender. ___ 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] Helicobater Pylori QC block and/or slides
We use human precut control slides from Newcomer Supply. Katelin Lester, HTL On Jan 4, 2013 9:37 AM, Tasha Fraser tfra...@olympicmedical.org wrote: Does anyone have a good suggestion for a good HP control block or slides? Tasha Fraser, HT (ASCP) Olympic Medical Center Port Angeles, WA - Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended individual(s) named above and may contain confidential, privileged, and/or protected information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, copying, or distribution of its contents is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, you have received this email in error. If so, please notify the sender immediately by reply email and delete/destroy the original and all copies of this communication. Also know that Internet e-mail is not secure. In choosing to communicate with Olympic Medical Center by email you will assume these confidentiality risks. Internet messages may become corrupted, incomplete, or may incorrectly identify the sender. ___ 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] Aetna requiring CAP accreditation for non-hospital labs
We also received this notice. We contacted our local CLIA office who had heard of it this week as well. We are a small lab, so we are not sure yet how this change will impact us. I'd also be curious to know what smaller, private labs are planning on doing. -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 On Thu, Apr 5, 2012 at 12:16 PM, Carol Torrence ctorre...@kmcpa.com wrote: We have received notification from AETNA that they now require non-hospital labs to be accredited by CLIA and CAP. The letter makes it obvious that by making such a request that they are not aware that CLIA assigned deemed status to CAP and CLIA is actually the gatekeeper. Secondly we are told to be registered by May 1st and accredited by August 1st (which CAP says is impossible) or we will have to send our lab to either Quest or Ameripath which includes Dermpath Diagnostics division. It fails to mention that there are other CAP accredited non hospital labs in our state. The Aetna contact number is either 'mailbox full or even after leaving a message, no return call. Me thinks me smells a rat. If you are a non-hospital lab, have you heard of this? Does your dematopathologist or pathologist know this is coming? I am interested in your comments. Carol M. Torrence, HT(ASCP)CM ___ 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] Part Time Histotech with Benefits near Portland, OR
Part time certified HT or HTL wanted for busy GI practice in Tualatin, Oregon. Candidate must be ASCP certified and meet CLIA requirements to perform gross dissection. GI experience preferred. This is a M-F position with no weekends , holidays or call. Includes Full Medical Dental benefits plus a 401K program. Interested applicants should forward their resume to gba...@gispecialists.org ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] HT/HTL needed in Tualatin, Oregon
Part time certified HT or HTL wanted for busy GI practice in Tualatin, Oregon. Candidate must be ASCP certified and CLIA certified to perform gross dissection. GI experience preferred. This is a M-F position with no weekends , holidays or call. Includes Full Medical Dental benefits plus a 401K program. Interested applicants should forward their resume to gba...@gispecialists.org -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Part Time Histologist Opening in Tualatin, OR
Part time certified HT or HTL wanted for busy GI practice in Tualatin, Oregon. Candidate must be ASCP certified and CLIA certified to perform gross dissection. GI experience preferred. This is a M-F position with no weekends , holidays or call. Includes Full Medical Dental benefits plus a 401K program. Interested applicants should forward their resume to gba...@gispecialists.org -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] automatic stainer/coverslipper combos
We have the Sakura Tissue-Tek Prisma with attached tape coverslipper and I love it. I had so many problems with the Leica (which can be attached to it's coverslipper but mine wasn't) I would never go back. Feel free to email me offline with any specific questions. Katelin -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 On Thu, Jan 19, 2012 at 10:29 AM, mequita praet mdpr...@gmail.com wrote: Hi All, I am interested in your opinions of the automatic stainer/coverslipper combos. Do some companies still make them as one unit or just compatible? Would you please give me an idea of which ones seem to work the best and most reliably? Thank you, Mequita Praet ___ 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] Ordering special stain kits and control slides
I also had great results with American Mastertech's stain kits and agree that their customer service is great. I've ordered HP control slides from Mercedes Medical and Newcomer Supply and have had good results with both of those as well. -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 On Wed, Aug 17, 2011 at 7:15 AM, Jill Cox jco...@yahoo.com wrote: Hi Histonetters, I need to order special stain kits for PAS, Alcian Blue and Wright Giemsa. I do know the various vendors but wanted your input on who you use and why if possible. I also need to order HP control slides, same question.. Thanks in advance!! Jill Cox, HT ASCP ___ 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] GROSSING SPECIMENS
CLIA requirements are very clear for any testing personnel doing the grossing. Be sure you read the CLIA law regarding grossing requirements and be sure all of your grossing personnel not only meet these requirements but that their qualifications are well documented-including updated resumes indicating that they are CLIA eligible to gross. All grossing is a high complexity task. I would highly recommend you review the CLIA website for yourself and if you have any questions, call your local CLIA office. I just went through my CLIA inspection two weeks ago, feel free to contact me if you have any other questions. -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 TESTING PERSONNEL 1. Licensed MD, DO or DPM. 2. Doctorate, master's, or bachelor's in laboratory science. 3. Education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology that includes at least 60 semester hours including 24 semester hrs of medical lab technology and at least 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed; or, 60 semester hrs including 24 hrs of science that includes 6 hrs chemistry, 6 hrs biology, and 12 hrs chemistry, biology or, medical lab tech in any combination and laboratory training that includes either: completion of a clinical lab training program and at least 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed. On Wed, Aug 10, 2011 at 8:47 AM, Sara Baldwin/mhhcc.org sbald...@mhhcc.orgwrote: Histonetters If my Histo tech has an associates degree with enough chemistry courses can they gross the small specimens?? Acording to the new CAP, JOINT COMMISSION nad CLIAA regs?? Thanks Pathology Supervisor S. Kathy Baldwin, SCT (ASCP) Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center sbald...@mhhcc.org Ph 812-482-0210, 0216, Fax 812-482-0232, Pager 812-481-0897, Cell 812-887-3357 Confidential information, Authorized use only. ___ 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] Quick Drying Mounting Media
Hi histonet, We have a brand new Leica CV5030 Coverslipper and I am looking for the quickest drying media available. We are currently using Micromount by Surgipath/Leica and it is not drying fast enough. Any suggestions are appreciated as we have to package our slides for shipping and the media is either sticking to the bubble wrap or creating circles on the slides from the pressure of the bubble wrap. -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Quick Drying Mounting Media
We are shipping them out same day. At this point, if I can not find a quicker drying media I will have to delay the shipments by one day. What temperature do you dry them at? On Wed, Jul 13, 2011 at 10:50 AM, Marcia Funk fu...@mercyhealth.com wrote: Katelin- do you ship the dame day ? We dry our slides in a oven daily and file ship the next day . seems to work Marcia Marcia Funk Histology Laboratory Mercy Medical Center North Iowa Mason City, IA, 50401 641-428-7907 Katelin Lester katelin09...@gmail.com 7/13/2011 12:42 PM Hi histonet, We have a brand new Leica CV5030 Coverslipper and I am looking for the quickest drying media available. We are currently using Micromount by Surgipath/Leica and it is not drying fast enough. Any suggestions are appreciated as we have to package our slides for shipping and the media is either sticking to the bubble wrap or creating circles on the slides from the pressure of the bubble wrap. -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet -- Katelin Lester, HTL Gastroenterology Specialists of Oregon, P.C. Pathology Laboratory (971) 224-2408 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Two Questions
Hi Nicole, You must get a microscope. Spend $600, get a teaching binocular one. You absolutely can not have a histology lab without a microscope. You must be able to check the quality of your staining and cutting. That being said, the lab that does the PC component should also do QC on your slides. If there are major issues they should address them right away, otherwise, you can set up a QC Form that they fill out quarterly to assure your slides are meeting their standards. -- Katelin Lester, HTL MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503) 443-2157 On Wed, Apr 27, 2011 at 7:12 AM, Nicole Tatum nic...@dlcjax.com wrote: 1st. Does anyone know if there is a rule or law that states a lab must have a door? 2nd Does anyone know how a TC only lab would do profiency testing on HE slides. They do not have physician on staff and no microscope. Does the company that is reading PC lab do profiency testing on the QC slides and share results with the TC side? Any thoughts would be appreciated. Nicole Tatum HT, ASCP ___ 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] Histology Supervisor Needed
*Histology Supervisor * Full-time position is currently available for an enthusiastic BC/BE HT or HTL. This is a private histology laboratory for a growing pathology practice in the Greater Portland, Oregon area. The successful applicant will be responsible for the supervision of the histology laboratory including: oversight of lab assistants, accurate and timely preparation of material; routine stains, special stains, IHC, instrument/laboratory maintenance, and light clerical duties. Preference will be given to candidates with IHC experience. Please fax resume to (503) 670-9754 or email to kate...@medsurgpath.com Salary DOE -- Katelin Lester, HTL MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503) 443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] CSF for cytology
Hi Histonet, We are going to be receiving some cerebrospinal fluid as party of an MS Panel for cytology. Our pathologist would like me to make a cell button and stain it with HE and Diff Quik, but I wanted to check with you guys and see if there are any other stains that I might do with this case. Thank you for your help, Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Trace Gas companies
We just did ours this week! We get them from Environmental Monitoring Technology. http://www.emt-online.com/ Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 Hi Histonetters Can you all share with me where you get and send in your trace gas analysis badges? Thanks a bunch! :-D Kim Donadio Pathology Supervisor Baptist Hospital 1000 W Moreno St. Pensacola FL 32501 Phone (850) 469-7718 Fax (850) 434-4996 - All electronic data transmissions originating from or sent to Baptist Health Care Corporation (BHC) are subject to monitoring. This message along with any attached data, are the confidential and proprietary communications of BHC and are intended to be received only by the individual or individuals to whom the message has been addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please take notice that any use, copying, printing, forwarding or distribution of this message, in any form, is strictly prohibited and may violate State or Federal Law. If you have received this transmission in error, please delete or destroy all copies of this message. For questions, contact the BHC Privacy Officer at (850) 434-4472. Rev.10/07. ___ 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] batching controls
We do the same. Control tissue on every slide. Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 We run an appropriate positive control on every patient test slide to test that the antibody and all components used on that slide worked. This may be overkill but it helps us ensure that each slide worked properly not just the run. Joe joseph-galbra...@uiowa.edu -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Rathborne, Toni Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 11:44 AM To: Laurie Colbert; Taylor, Jean; ih...@googlegroups.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] batching controls How does this work if you need to send the case out for a consult and the control is on another patient's slide? -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu]on Behalf Of Laurie Colbert Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 12:39 PM To: Taylor, Jean; ih...@googlegroups.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] batching controls We batch our controls. We still try to put the control tissue on a patient slide, and then we reference that case that has the control on the other cases that don't have a control. Laurie Colbert -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Taylor, Jean Sent: Tuesday, January 11, 2011 9:22 AM To: 'ih...@googlegroups.com'; 'histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: [Histonet] batching controls Hi Everyone, I'd like to know how many labs batch their controls when the same antibody is ordered on multiple cases. Do you run the control on a separate slide, or with one of the cases ordered? Thank you! Jean Taylor, HT(ASCP)QIHC IHC Tech Meriter Health Services Madison, WI ___ 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 message and any included attachments are from Somerset Medical Center and are intended only for the addressee. The information contained in this message is confidential and may contain privileged, confidential, proprietary and/or trade secret information entitled to protection and/or exemption from disclosure under applicable law. Unauthorized forwarding, printing, copying, distribution, or use of such information is strictly prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the addressee, please promptly delete this message and notify the sender of the delivery error by e-mail or you may call Somerset Medical Center's computer Help Desk at 908-685-2200, ext. 4050. Be sure to visit Somerset Medical Center's Web site - www.somersetmedicalcenter.com - for the most up-to-date news, event listings, health information and more. ___ 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] Manual for Cryocut 1800
Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone has a copy of a manual for a Reichert-Jung/Leica Cryocut 1800 Cryostat with a Reichert-Jung 2020 Rotary Microtome they would be willing to share. Please contact me if you can help me out, thank you! Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Manual for Cryocut 1800
Thank you for your quick responses! I received a copy right away and really appreciate the effort. Merry Christmas, Histonet! Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone has a copy of a manual for a Reichert-Jung/Leica Cryocut 1800 Cryostat with a Reichert-Jung 2020 Rotary Microtome they would be willing to share. Please contact me if you can help me out, thank you! Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 ___ 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] Patients' Pathology Requisitions
2 years for us as well Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 Hello everyone, Could someone please tell how long we are required to keep the patients' pathology requisitions in the lab, after the case has been read or signed out. 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
Re: [Histonet] Histology techs grossing in specimens???
We do all of our grossing and use the CLIA regulations: TESTING PERSONNEL (42 CFR 493 1489) 1. Licensed MD, DO or DPM. 2. Doctorate, master's, or bachelor's in laboratory science. 3. Education and training equivalent to an associate degree in a laboratory science or medical laboratory technology that includes at least 60 semester hours including 24 semester hrs of medical lab technology and at least 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed; or, 60 semester hrs including 24 hrs of science that includes 6 hrs chemistry, 6 hrs biology, and 12 hrs chemistry, biology or, medical lab tech in any combination and laboratory training that includes either: completion of a clinical lab training program and at least 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed. It is my understanding that if there is no cutting involved (i.e. counting and measuring GI biopsies) it is not considered a high complexity task and anyone in the lab would be able to gross in that regard. Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 Trying to get some feed back on histology techs grossing in for the doctors..My main question would be the training involved? Can anyone just start to gross in biopsies and small specimens. What does it include and what sort of education is involved if any Thanks! ___ 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] parasites in stool
Hi all, I have received some parasitic stool samples, one fixed in formalin, the other in PVU. My tasks are: 1) to try to remove as much debris from the stool sample as possible while keeping the parasites intact (I need to try to filter it without harming the very fragile organisms) 2) once I am able to separate the organisms, I need to stain them. We have tried using a Gram stain and it does not work, we are thinking we should try a Giemsa and an HE. If anyone has ever worked with anything similar, I would really appreciate some feedback, suggestions, advice with how to filter these samples and stain them. Regards, Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] AB-PAS for Barrett's Esophagus
We use the AmericanMasterTech Alcian Blue pH 2.5 and use this procedure: Place slides in 3% Acetic Acid for 3 minutes. Place slides in Alcian Blue for 30 minutes. Rinse slides in water Place slides in 0.5% Periodic Acid for 10 minutes. Rinse slides in water Place slides in Schiff Reagent for 15 minutes Rinse slides in HOT water for 5 minutes. Counter stain in Hematoxylin for 2 minutes. Rinse slides in water, Dehydrate slides through Absolute Alcohol, Clear through Xylene Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 Can anyone share with me their procedure for AB-PAS for Barrett's Esophagus. With thanks Diana ___ 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] Part-Time Job Opening in Portland, OR
Part-Time Laboratory Technician Part-time laboratory technician needed for private histology laboratory. Job duties include accessioning and handling medical specimens. Applicant should be familiar with human anatomy, have attention to detail, and be self motivated. HTL/HT (or equivalent) encouraged to apply. Bachelors degree in biology, chemistry or other basic science with a minimum GPA 3.2 required. Salary DOE Email kate...@medsurgpath.com or fax resumes to (503) 670-9754 Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] requirements for certification
Yes, you are correct. One year OJT plus a BA/BS with required # of biology/chemistry credits for HTL. When I tried to call to see if I qualified they said that they can not tell you over the phone. You have to apply (and pay the $200) to see if you qualify. Katelin Lester, HTL(ASCP) MedSurg Pathology Associates, Inc. (503)443-2157 You might be eligible to sit for the registry already either HT or HTL, you just need to have the correct number of credits in biology and chemistry to meet the requirements. I would call ASCP to see if you have the requirements, it seems to me that you have the experience needed you just need to make sure you have the credits. That's my opinion. All you need is one year on the job training with a BS or BA to sit for the HTL. I think I'm correct on this, but if I'm not we'll know soon enough from the replys. Liz Elizabeth A. Chlipala, BS, HTL(ASCP)QIHC Manager Premier Laboratory, LLC PO Box 18592 Boulder, Colorado 80308 office (303) 682-3949 fax (303) 682-9060 www.premierlab.com Ship to Address: 1567 Skyway Drive, Unit E Longmont, Colorado 80504 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jennifer Anderson Sent: Wednesday, January 13, 2010 2:51 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] requirements for certification Hello. I'm thinking about getting my HTL certification. I've been a bench scientist in both academia and biotech for 21 years, which has included pre-clinical animal research and subsequent histological applications. I've set up an histology lab and have a lot of IHC but only basic staining (mostly HE), as well as loads of animal tissue processing and some human tissues. I have a liberal arts degree (an AB) with a biology major and a chemistry minor. We have both a DVM and a few MD's on site, but for pre-clinical and clinical research consult. I would appreciate any insight on getting certified through an online program, how many hours is required, and what kind of mentorship is necessary. Thank you for your insights and time! Jennifer M. Anderson, Scientist Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc. 11388 Sorrento Valley Road San Diego, CA 92121 858-704-8333 jander...@halozyme.commailto:jander...@halozyme.com The information transmitted in this email is confidential and is intended only for the person(s) or entity to which it is addressed. Delivery of this message to any person other than the intended recipient(s) is not intended in any way to waive confidentiality or any applicable privilege. Any review, retransmission, dissemination or other use of, or taking of any action in reliance upon, this information by individuals or entities other than the intended recipient is prohibited by Halozyme and may be in violation of applicable laws. If you received this in error, please contact the sender and delete/destroy this email. ___ 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] Marginated Staining on IHC
Hi histonet, I am back with a problem I've been having with my IHC slides. We had a PM recently and had thought that would solve this problem, but as I do more and more slides, the problem remains. I am seeing marginated staining at the edge of the tissue on the controls as well as the patient tissue. This occurs at the top, middle, and bottom of the slides. This occurs with any antibody. This does not occur with every run, but the more slides I have on the stainer, the more frequently it occurs. I have contacted Thermo, who now takes care of our old R.A.S. Microm HMS 710i, but I have further faith that the histonet can help me. I've seen similar posts in the archives, but did not see any responses. Any suggestions are appreciated, Katelin Katelin Lester Cutting Edge Histology Services, LLC (503) 443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] IHC Stainer: Microm HMS 710i
I am looking for help/advice for using our automated immunostainer the Microm HMS 710i .(Our user manual says Richard Allan Sci and the labels on the side say LabVision, we have calls into Thermo's LabVision department but they are unsure if they can assist us) Specifically, one of our problems is that some of our stains are producing dark coloring around the edges of the tissue. I am having issues troubleshooting and absolutely can not change any of the programming. I have been using this stainer independently for over a year, taught to use it by someone else who was taught by someone else. I am looking to change some programming as well as troubleshoot. Anyone who has experience with this stainer is welcome to contact me. Thank you, Katelin Lester Cutting Edge Histology Services, LLC (503) 443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] HT exam
Hi MaryAnn, I am also about to take my HTL exam. The website has all the information you are looking for. I've been through these testing facilities when I took my GRE. Make sure you have at least 2 forms of I.D. with you, do not bring a cell phone, etc (all this is on the ASCP website). You will not get any results right away. I don't remember if you can go back and answer missed questions, but I doubt it. The way it works is that there is a pool of about 500+ questions worth at most 900 points. Each question is worth a certain amount of points based on the difficulty of the question. If you get a question correct, the next one will be harder. If you get it wrong, the next will be easier. You will answer 100 questions. Surf through the website and you will find all the answers you seek. (Click on the HT link from this page and a pdf will come up with the testing breakdown) http://www.ascp.org/FunctionalNavigation/certification/GetCertified/Examinat ionContentGuidelines.aspx Katelin Lester Cutting Edge Histology Services, LLC (503) 443-2157 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of MaryAnn Dixon Sent: Friday, March 06, 2009 10:53 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] HT exam Hi everyone out there in Histoland, Well, I'm getting close to my HT exam date and was wondering if any of you had recently taken the exam. I can't find any info on the test itself as far as if it is weighted or just a straight 150 questions. Can you flag questions and go back? Do you know when you submit the test if you have passed or not? I've been told in the past that the computer would just shut off and a screen would come up pass or fail. Anyway, I have been focusing on Frieda Carson as well as the AFIP manual. Any suggestions for a successful passing score? I think you have to get a minimum of 400. Should I be concerned with microwave special stains? I would think the test is more old school. Any helpful hints would be truly appreciated. Thanks! MaryAnn Dixon BS Biological Scientist Anatomic Pathology UF Veterinary Medical Center (352) 352-2235 Ext. 4517 ___ 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] SAFE-CLEAR Xylene Substitute
Our pathologist has agreed to let us try out SAFE-CLEAR xylene substitute in our VIP processor. We currently have 2 changes of xylene at 30 minutes each and process mostly small surgical specimens. Do I need to increase the time the tissue spends in the SAFE-CLEAR? I have searched the Histonet Archives for answers about xylene substitutes, and have mostly found what I am looking for, but am unclear on whether or not I need to increase the time during processing. Thank you all, Katelin Lester Cutting Edge Histology Services, LLC (503) 443-2157 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
