Re: [Histonet] Suggestions on a used microtome

2019-04-23 Thread WILLIAM DESALVO via Histonet
Contact Rankin for reliable refurbished instruments. I am partial to retracting microtones. Best to work with a company that provides quality William DeSalvo From: Craig via Histonet Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2019 12:27:22 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu

Re: [Histonet] Retic staining

2019-04-23 Thread Debra Siena via Histonet
Hi all Also the freshness of the ammonium hydroxide can make a difference in how much you have to add to get the proper reactions. Fresher works better and faster. Also I use one of the plastic disposable properties to do drop by drop while swirling in s small acid cleaned flask or new plastic

[Histonet] Suggestions on a used microtome

2019-04-23 Thread Craig via Histonet
Hi everyone! Starting a new lab Texas and was looking at getting a used microtome and wanted to see if any of you had suggestions on the best model to get used and where? Any suggestion will be greatly appreciated! Best, Craig ___ Histonet mailing

Re: [Histonet] Retic staining

2019-04-23 Thread deGuzman, Jose R via Histonet
Hi Charles, Ammoniacal Silver is a tricky step, we've had a lot of repeat Bielschowsky stains in the past due to it. You don't need to go drop by drop, what's key is to gently stir the solution as you slowly add ammonium hydroxide until the precipitate is reincorporated back into the solution.

[Histonet] Retic staining

2019-04-23 Thread Cassie P. Davis via Histonet
Hi Charles, in addition to the drop size clean glassware makes a big difference. I used to use new urine cups to ensure the silver was being made in a clean vessel. I hope this helps Cassandra Davis Histology Technician AP Laboratory 302-575-8095 Email:

[Histonet] Happy Lab Week!! Here are some fun ideas to celebrate!!

2019-04-23 Thread Pam Barker via Histonet
Hello Histopeeps!! I hope you are doing well. I wanted to send a special bulletin wishing you a Happy National Medical Laboratory Professionals Week. I Hope Your Lab Has Been Having Some Fun, Informative & Special Events To Celebrate Because You Deserve It! I have heard of some really cool