Sheila Haas at MicroPath Laboratories, Inc. asked about substituting
periodic acid for chromic acid (because CrO3 is a significant hazmat,
I suppose).
We've discussed this on Histonet in previous years, and it's probably
in our archives. Briefly, Freida Carson several years ago showed that
periodi
Make sure to use embedding sponges, and make sure the person grossing
them teases them straight before putting the top sponge on. If you gross
them in straight and flat, between sponges, they should stay that way
through processing. It makes the embedding easier. Some techs like to use
an em
Hi Sheila!
I have sent you a copy (under separate cover) of our GMS procedure using
periodic acid. Hope it helps! :o)
Michelle
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The least complicated way to cut nails is to face the block, get a small
shallow dish and put in a few drops of Dawn dish soap and add a little warm
water. Just soak for about 10 minutes. Cut and place on a + slide and dry
slide well before staining.
