[Histonet] Aluminum Testing

2016-12-16 Thread Cartun, Richard via Histonet
Has anyone ever heard of testing a tissue or body fluid sample for "accrued aluminum"? We have a child who has had multiple immunizations and the parents wanted the specimen tested. Unfortunately, none of this was communicated to us prior to the procedure being performed. Thank you and "Happy

Re: [Histonet] Grossing small biopsies

2016-12-16 Thread Lester Raff MD via Histonet
All our specimens are biopsies. Our minimum requirement for grossing biopsies is a BA in a science field and then our on-site training. We have two dedicated lab assistants trained in this manner. We use one of our histotechs who was trained in grossing elsewhere as a 3rd option, but it is not i

[Histonet] Grossing small biopsies

2016-12-16 Thread Richardson, Pam K via Histonet
I am wondering how many techs gross small biopsies? If you do is this part of your role as a histology tech or do you have a different job description? Cordially, Pam ~ +++ Pam Richardson Clinical Manager Gundersen Health System Laboratory Services Email: pkric...@gunders

[Histonet] Lab inspired blog post for Friday

2016-12-16 Thread Lester Raff MD via Histonet
Have a good weekend. If you are in part of this deep chill, stay warm. http://www.chicagonow.com/downsize-maybe/2016/12/cant-make-up-your-mind-it-will-be-better-in-the-morning-a-look-at-decision-fatigue/ Lester J. Raff, MD MBA UroPartners Medical Director Of Laboratory 2225 Enterprise Dr. Suite