Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

2015-05-18 Thread Joelle Weaver
it. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 18 May 2015 11:59:59 -0700 Subject: Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training From: lld...@gmail.com To: joellewea...@hotmail.com CC: jmacdon...@mtsac.edu; tnma...@mdanderson.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu I have a different

Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

2015-05-17 Thread Joelle Weaver
I will speak to my laboratory director about this. I know the situation first hand from my previous experience! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC To: tnma...@mdanderson.org From: jmacdon...@mtsac.edu Date: Sat, 16 May 2015 20:02:34 -0700 Subject: Re: [Histonet] OJT

Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

2015-05-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
are the primary criteria they use to evaluate, and they pay and recognize accordingly. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsf.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 14 May 2015 17:28:15 + Subject: Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

2015-05-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
. Change often moves like a glacier, but it does move! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: hor...@archildrens.org To: joellewea...@hotmail.com; timothy.mor...@ucsf.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 14 May 2015 14:46:40 -0500 Subject: RE: [Histonet] OJT

Re: [Histonet] OJT Histotechs/Training

2015-05-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
. Recommend becoming an affiliate site for program and accepting clinical students who are registry eligible when they complete both portions of the program. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: mjdess...@commonwealthhealth.net To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu

Re: [Histonet] HE Stainer Question

2015-05-12 Thread Joelle Weaver
is easier to get off if you need to versus old glass CS, just use acetone, acetone/xylene, xylene. Comes off in a gel form and slides right off leaving the tissue intact. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: ro...@labcorp.com To: pat...@gmail.com; histonet

Re: [Histonet] IHC and oven temperature

2015-05-02 Thread Joelle Weaver
. Thanks Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: jkier...@uwo.ca To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; tony.henw...@health.nsw.gov.au Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 18:24:10 -0500 Subject: Re: FW: [Histonet] IHC and oven temperature CC: The statement quoted by Tony from the Dako

Re: [Histonet] IHC billing question

2015-05-01 Thread Joelle Weaver
Histologists enter all TC IHC billing codes manually as performed before they leave the lab. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: garr...@gmail.com Date: Thu, 30 Apr 2015 17:52:25 -0400 To: mpe...@grhs.net Subject: Re: [Histonet] IHC billing question CC: histonet

RE: [Histonet] ANP.23410

2015-04-30 Thread Joelle Weaver
Usually I have done weekly , but in rather high usage places. With more strict downtimes and decontamination for TB or other suspected infectious cases. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: dknut...@primecare.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 30 Apr

RE: [Histonet] Re: IHC and Oven Temperatures

2015-04-26 Thread Joelle Weaver
Thank you. I knew it was discussed in that reference. I guess my memory isn't totally gone! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Sun, 26 Apr 2015 11:42:04 -0400 From: richardb...@charter.net To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Re: IHC and Oven

RE: [Histonet] RE: Question on IHC billing

2015-04-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
Yes, that is what we do. It is per specimen. First IHC 88342, additional are 88341 Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org To: jvick...@springfieldclinic.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 23 Apr 2015 20:31:09 + CC

RE: [Histonet] IHC and oven temperature

2015-04-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
I remember reading that the preffered temperature was about 60 degrees Celsius. I think that this was in the Dako education guides if I'm not mistaken. If that is the case, the citation for the source is probably in that resource available as pdf from their website. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL

RE: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology

2015-04-23 Thread Joelle Weaver
. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: garr...@gmail.com Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 18:33:37 -0400 To: nancy.sted...@buschgardens.com Subject: Re: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; mtur...@csilaboratories.com; jmacdon...@mtsac.edu; timothy.mor

RE: [Histonet] histology in higher education

2015-04-22 Thread Joelle Weaver
Many people do this, and have donated hundreds of hours of their own time. But definately not enough. Good to encourage people to get involved. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Wed, 22 Apr 2015 14:07:18 + From: koelli...@comcast.net To: histonet

RE: [Histonet] NY State regulations

2015-04-22 Thread Joelle Weaver
Probably CLIA related to high complexity testing. IHC is not considered under CLIA ( from 1988), though many people feel otherwise. Grossing is. I think that it is under sub part G or H if I remember correctly. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: gmarce...@nj

RE: [Histonet] NY State regulations

2015-04-22 Thread Joelle Weaver
as moderate or high complexity. See 42 CFR 493.17. For more details, please also see the FDA’s webpage on the CLIA Categorization Criteria and CMS’ webpage on Categorization of Tests. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: caroline.pr...@uphs.upenn.edu To: garr...@gmail.com; gmarce

RE: [Histonet] RE: Nuclear Artifact

2015-04-21 Thread Joelle Weaver
When I had this occur recently and sporadically, it was a collection issue. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: lbla...@digestivespecialists.com To: ro...@labcorp.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 21 Apr 2015 13:48:07 -0400 CC: Subject: [Histonet] RE

RE: [Histonet] prevent wrinkles when cutting

2015-04-20 Thread Joelle Weaver
tissues that are prone to wrinkling. Its mostly just practice though. The more you cut, the easier it becomes and usually the better you get at it. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:06:17 +0200 From: j.benavi...@eae.csic.es To: histonet

RE: [Histonet] prevent wrinkles when cutting

2015-04-20 Thread Joelle Weaver
No ice forms in fixed, paraffin embedded tissue blocks at usual temperatures and length of chilling time and temperatures. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:06:17 +0200 From: j.benavi...@eae.csic.es To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject

RE: [Histonet] RE: IHC Billing Question

2015-04-18 Thread Joelle Weaver
reasons, have adopted the single slide for postive/patient and have also eliminated negatives when polymer detection is used. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: mw...@wakehealth.edu To: bburn...@capecodhealth.org; jmore...@sidra.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu

RE: [Histonet] Schiffs

2015-04-18 Thread Joelle Weaver
The reagent we use for our manual backup stains using Schiffs states refrigeration for long term storage only. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: jkier...@uwo.ca To: b-freder...@northwestern.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Sat, 18 Apr 2015 01:26:34 -0500

RE: [Histonet] C3d?

2015-04-02 Thread Joelle Weaver
Indirect IF Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: lseb...@uwhealth.org To: pat...@gmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 2 Apr 2015 12:25:05 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] C3d? CC: Cleveland Clinic does it by IHC and I think also by IF. Linda A. Sebree

RE: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology

2015-03-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
about that in general. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: tpodawi...@lrgh.org To: timothy.mor...@ucsf.edu; jmacdon...@mtsac.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 12:06:13 -0400 Subject: RE: [Histonet] BS in Histotechnology CC: So just out

RE: [Histonet] IHC

2015-02-13 Thread Joelle Weaver
need your vendor pricing for detection, ancillaries and antibody. Divide by amount applied/used per test. Add in materials costs and a labor value. Add in overhead. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: craiga...@gmail.com Date: Thu, 12 Feb 2015 19:29:20 -0700

RE: [Histonet] Frozen Sections

2015-02-09 Thread Joelle Weaver
same Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: mpe...@grhs.net To: lsmal...@juno.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 9 Feb 2015 14:04:57 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] Frozen Sections CC: We provide assistance while the dept. is staff with histology techs

RE: [Histonet] it happened again - the foreign reply

2015-02-07 Thread Joelle Weaver
I get the same thing everytime. No, I don't know why it appears. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: histot...@imagesbyhopper.com To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Sat, 7 Feb 2015 10:01:24 -0500 CC: Subject: [Histonet] it happened again - the foreign reply

RE: [Histonet] CLIA Inspection Question

2015-02-07 Thread Joelle Weaver
Probably depends on your environment or organization, but personally I would go for CAP if you are doing pathology. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: histot...@imagesbyhopper.com To: bszpu...@umail.iu.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Sat, 7 Feb 2015 09:30

RE: [Histonet] Her2 IHC validation

2015-01-22 Thread Joelle Weaver
Yes, check the ASCO/CAP guidelines there are correlation rates for positives and negatives. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: mw...@wakehealth.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2015 20:21:53 + Subject: [Histonet] Her2 IHC validation

RE: [Histonet] Cost Analysis:

2015-01-17 Thread Joelle Weaver
excel to do the calculations. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: craiga...@gmail.com Date: Fri, 16 Jan 2015 16:27:49 -0700 To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Cost Analysis: Hello Histonet, Can someone please help me with a formula to figure out

RE: [Histonet] How are you applying this?

2015-01-15 Thread Joelle Weaver
Yes, have prepared this summary for each newly validated AB over the past couple of years, with the included statement and signature of the medical director. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: wanda.borow...@sanfordhealth.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date

RE: [Histonet] QC daily HEs

2014-12-29 Thread Joelle Weaver
Both. The pathologist has to sign off. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: tejohn...@genoptix.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 29 Dec 2014 18:09:19 + Subject: [Histonet] QC daily HEs What are the CLIA/CAP labs doing for daily HE QC? Does

RE: [Histonet] Re: Block and Slide Retention

2014-12-07 Thread Joelle Weaver
Good point about lab closings and block/slide archives Dr. Richmond. I seem to remember a requirement for a policy for what a lab will do with their archives in the event of closing in the CAP checklist. Having a policy of course, is only part of the resolution. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP

RE: [Histonet] Centralizing AP services

2014-12-01 Thread Joelle Weaver
In that process right now. We have multiple partners, and today started the offical merging/integration of two major health campus AP laboratories( one academic, one non-academic, hospital/clinical), and 3+ smaller sites, outreach, and probably at least two more sites to follow soon. Joelle

RE: [Histonet] Processor

2014-12-01 Thread Joelle Weaver
Agree with VIP for conventional tissue processing Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2014 14:15:23 -0500 From: tina.vanme...@gmail.com To: tanyaabb...@catholichealth.net Subject: Re: [Histonet] Processor CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sakura VIP 5

RE: [Histonet] Specimen numbering systems

2014-11-21 Thread Joelle Weaver
Numeric for the Specimen and Alpha for the Block. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: donna.wil...@baylorhealth.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2014 19:02:56 + Subject: [Histonet] Specimen numbering systems Can large facilities

RE: [Histonet] PT testing for ER/PR by IHC

2014-10-28 Thread Joelle Weaver
yes Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: ihcman2...@hotmail.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:55:34 -0500 Subject: RE: [Histonet] PT testing for ER/PR by IHC All, If you perform ER/PR staining by IHC, are you REQUIRED

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
Recently all the pathologists I work with prefer the ALK FISH. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 13:41:15 -0700 From: marktara...@gmail.com To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu CC: Subject: [Histonet] ALK IHC Does anyone stain lung cancer

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
I can tell you that my biggest trouble in all dealing with ALK was finding enough positive cases. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org To: marktara...@gmail.com; joellewea...@hotmail.com CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
I can tell you that my biggest trouble in all dealing with ALK was finding enough positive cases. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org To: marktara...@gmail.com; joellewea...@hotmail.com CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
). Seems like the IHC would be nice screen with a reflex to FISH. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: richard.car...@hhchealth.org To: marktara...@gmail.com; Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Fri, 24 Oct 2014 20:15:24 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC CC: We

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
I can tell you that my biggest trouble in all dealing with ALK was finding enough positive cases. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org To: marktara...@gmail.com; joellewea...@hotmail.com CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE

RE: [Histonet] ALK IHC

2014-10-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
I can tell you that my biggest trouble in all dealing with ALK was finding enough positive cases. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joyce.we...@emoryhealthcare.org To: marktara...@gmail.com; joellewea...@hotmail.com CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE

RE: [Histonet] Processors

2014-10-23 Thread Joelle Weaver
Agree Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: j.rowa...@alborglaboratories.com To: nguy0...@gmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 23 Oct 2014 11:25:23 +0300 Subject: RE: [Histonet] Processors CC: hi colleague if your daily processed specimens less

RE: [Histonet] Histology Tracking systems

2014-10-17 Thread Joelle Weaver
I have used a keyboard at embedding, but no mouse. The other tracking uses I have seen use scanning of bar codes or QR codes not keyboard or mouse entry. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: donna.wil...@baylorhealth.edu To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu

RE: [Histonet] RE: Labeling Errors

2014-10-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
Thanks Tim, these references are VERY helpful. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org To: lcolb...@pathmdlabs.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 14 Oct 2014 17:57:46 + CC: Subject: [Histonet] RE: Labeling Errors Laurie

RE: [Histonet] RE: white plastic scrapers

2014-10-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
I believe at some point I got some at a paint shop like Sherwin Williams. Carry mine with me in my box of tools, works great. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: algra...@email.arizona.edu To: bmolin...@texasheart.org; Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 14 Oct

RE: [Histonet] TGIF

2014-09-26 Thread Joelle Weaver
Wow, I have been up too long, sorry for the typos...I hope you all can get the point and joke. Happy weekend! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joellewea...@hotmail.com To: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2014 20:24

RE: [Histonet] Dragon Voice Recognition software

2014-09-26 Thread Joelle Weaver
, and increased overall efficiency. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Fri, 26 Sep 2014 10:07:53 -0500 From: jaylundg...@gmail.com To: ronald.hous...@nationwidechildrens.org Subject: Re: [Histonet] Dragon Voice Recognition software CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu I'd

RE: [Histonet] MediaLab is Looking for Histology Course Authors

2014-09-25 Thread Joelle Weaver
. I just wanted to give some first hand feedback, and encourage anyone who may have the interest or inclination to consider becoming an author or reviewer. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Thu, 25 Sep 2014 14:30:16 -0400 From: j...@medialabinc.net To: histonet

RE: [Histonet] RE: FDA Disclaimer

2014-09-24 Thread Joelle Weaver
it to the test mneumonic or other means to drop it in automatically when this test is ordered or reported in the final pathology report. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org To: kaarring...@anthc.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date

RE: [Histonet] RE: Surgical Pathology reports

2014-09-23 Thread Joelle Weaver
Pretty much same here. The policy I wrote complies with the ANP checklist for critical findings, give fairly broad scope the pathologist to determine when this is needed or just good patient care, and provides for documentation when this occurs. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

RE: [Histonet] Control block/slide regulation question

2014-09-16 Thread Joelle Weaver
legal, regulatory or GLP requirement, that the source or distributor of controls be CLIA, GLP or otherwise licensed or accredited for this type of work? Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue

RE: [Histonet] Re: Radioactive specimens policy

2014-09-05 Thread Joelle Weaver
within another policy, but a free standing policy might be needed depending on how much you see/handle these types of specimens. Hope this helps. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Thu, 4 Sep 2014 13:16:28 -0400 From: rsrichm...@gmail.com To: histonet

RE: [Histonet] QIHC test

2014-09-03 Thread Joelle Weaver
Dako education guides, available from their website. Not answer books, but good for reviewing theory. If the MSH one is like their other study guides, the learning activity is to look up and fill in the answers from other resources materials. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

[Histonet] Funny, hope link works

2014-08-29 Thread Joelle Weaver
http://tissuepathology.com/2014/08/28/bye-bye-88305-sung-to-american-pie/#axzz3Bn0mloT9 Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http

RE: [Histonet] IHC Validation:

2014-08-29 Thread Joelle Weaver
follow the CAP guidelines exactly. Setting up the process/SOP s, I used the CLSI guidebook on validation of IHC assays. Both resources (CAP CLSI) have been very helpful for me. That is what has been working for me, I hope this helps. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From

RE: [Histonet] On the lighter side...

2014-08-08 Thread Joelle Weaver
all those experiences, and especially for being willing to share with us. It is people like yourself, and Peggy, and many others too numerous to name in an email, that keep the rest of us inspired to keep going when we get weary! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Fri

RE: [Histonet] questions

2014-08-07 Thread Joelle Weaver
, 6-72, disclaimers when needed for alternate fixation, decal, or missing times such as for referrals where it is not sent or recorded. I am the only, technical person, but this is what I do for SOP as of right now. Congrats on up coming retirement! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

RE: [Histonet] RE: Glassware Cleaning, CAP Checklist Item GEN.41770

2014-08-05 Thread Joelle Weaver
Do the same as Brian. It is not that involved really, and its not worth getting a deficiency over. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: bcoo...@chla.usc.edu To: lcolb...@pathmdlabs.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 5 Aug 2014 19:07:05 + CC

RE: [Histonet] looking for equipment

2014-07-17 Thread Joelle Weaver
Marie Get back in touch with me in about a month if you have not found what you need. I may have most of the basic items ( microtomes, H E stainer, tissue processors, oven, hot plates, other stuff) up for grabs soon. Thank you Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: tas

RE: [Histonet] RE: Storage of HER2 neu control slides

2014-07-14 Thread Joelle Weaver
I do the complete drain dry, date, then refrigeration. Use them within 6 weeks. The Oracle IVD, IFU says bake overnight, but I don't see that happening too often. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: richard.car...@hhchealth.org To: lseb...@uwhealth.org; Histonet

RE: [Histonet] RE: Formalin in the OR

2014-06-14 Thread joelle weaver
think of to not even invite the possibility. Keep the formalin where you can limit the handlers and potential mix ups as much as possible! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2014 20:31:10 + From: koelli...@comcast.net To: tbr...@holyredeemer.com Subject: Re: [Histonet

RE: [Histonet] Should I leave histology world

2014-06-04 Thread joelle weaver
there that are clinical, and also that research in general can be very different than clinical settings. Some people are just more suited to certain environments over the other. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Wed, 4 Jun 2014 01:32:11 + From: koelli...@comcast.net To: joellewea...@hotmail.com CC

RE: [Histonet] Is antigen retrieval open on the Leica BOND RX IHC autostainer?

2014-06-03 Thread joelle weaver
I don't have the research toggle, but my understanding while at Leica training was that this provided a good amount of flexibility and open-ness. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2014 13:57:57 -0700 From: wesley.mi...@gmail.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu

RE: [Histonet] Should I leave histology world

2014-06-03 Thread joelle weaver
to you- and let us know how things turn out! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org To: optimusprimehistot...@hotmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 3 Jun 2014 22:51:31 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] Should I leave histology world CC

RE: [Histonet] RE: Microtome

2014-06-02 Thread joelle weaver
Also my favorite Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: bcoo...@chla.usc.edu To: sylvia.shoc...@clinicalpathologyassoc.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 2 Jun 2014 22:04:45 + CC: Subject: [Histonet] RE: Microtome Don't know if you can get one, but far

RE: [Histonet] Jobs for MBAs

2014-05-28 Thread joelle weaver
. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Wed, 28 May 2014 18:35:33 -0400 From: igor.deyn...@gmail.com To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu CC: Subject: [Histonet] Jobs for MBAs Dear Histonetters, I am wondering if there are any job opportunities for someone with MBA in Marketing

RE: [Histonet] HER2

2014-05-14 Thread joelle weaver
Thank you Josie this is very helpful. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Subject: RE: [Histonet] HER2 Date: Wed, 14 May 2014 07:22:39 -0400 From: jcbrit...@cheshire-med.com To: joellewea...@hotmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu We use Integrated Oncology-Lab Corp, 521 West

RE: [Histonet] Scale or Balance

2014-05-14 Thread joelle weaver
Mopec, did you try them? They make a lot of items for the gross room morgue. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: jpi...@wtbyhosp.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Wed, 14 May 2014 16:01:17 + Subject: [Histonet] Scale or Balance Hey Everyone, Does anyone

[Histonet] HER2

2014-05-13 Thread joelle weaver
Hi Histonetters I am looking to compile a list of potential sites do send out Her2 slides for correlation on a validated assay. I have the Bond, using Refine detection. My clone is the Cb11, Oracle. Thanks in advance for any information you can provide. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

RE: [Histonet] Re: specimen release

2014-05-05 Thread joelle weaver
statute. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 5 May 2014 16:52:21 -0400 From: rsrichm...@gmail.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Re: specimen release Gale Limron HT,CT (ASCP), Histology Supervisor, Union Hospital, Dover, Ohio 44622 asks: We

RE: [Histonet] IHC imaging systems

2014-04-17 Thread joelle weaver
Amen... the time investment for validation! Celebrate when it is completed :) Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: michael.lafrini...@ccplab.com To: pat...@gmail.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 17 Apr 2014 12:57:37 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] IHC imaging

RE: [Histonet] RE: Retirement

2014-04-15 Thread joelle weaver
Yes we all appreciate knowledgable, helpful honest vendors. We all depend on each other. Never had the pleasure to meet you, but wish you many wonderful retirement years! Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: lbla...@digestivespecialists.com To: wvantilb...@general-data.com

RE: [Histonet] Problems with processors and dehydration

2014-04-14 Thread joelle weaver
if gently pressed? No dehydration , no infiltration, will be spongy and pop or almost peel out. Did they tell you what was sitting in the lines during rebuild? I would just replace this thing- it is not worth losing patient tissue if it cannot be corrected after all this. Joelle Weaver MAOM

RE: [Histonet] Negative Reagent Control in Diagnostic IHC Testing

2014-04-14 Thread joelle weaver
Fabulous, thanks. This change is on my list for 2014. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: richard.car...@hhchealth.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 14 Apr 2014 23:03:37 + Subject: [Histonet] Negative Reagent Control in Diagnostic IHC Testing For those

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form- Inspector Perspective.

2014-04-11 Thread joelle weaver
Thank you- good reminder of what the true goals are. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: ibern...@uab.edu To: trathbo...@somerset-healthcare.com; sm...@msn.com; joellewea...@hotmail.com; amber.mcken...@gastrodocs.net; ronald.hous...@nationwidechildrens.org; histonet

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form

2014-04-10 Thread joelle weaver
Has some nice tables that summarize things for a good starting point especially if you are building from scratch . Thank you for sharing this. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2014 10:36:01 -0400 From: cyt...@cox.net To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject

RE: [Histonet] Telepathology

2014-04-10 Thread joelle weaver
There is a nice publication on validation of WSI on their site, similar to LDT. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: wdesalvo@outlook.com To: mtitf...@aol.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 10 Apr 2014 08:55:39 -0700 Subject: RE: [Histonet] Telepathology CC

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form

2014-04-09 Thread joelle weaver
performance such as instrument programming/maintenance Written quiz, policies procedures, troubleshooting( problem solving documentation) Continuing education participation records Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: sm...@msn.com To: amber.mcken...@gastrodocs.net; ronald.hous

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form

2014-04-09 Thread joelle weaver
that supervisors and managers juggle every day. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: sm...@msn.com To: foreig...@gmail.com; sad...@wisc.edu Date: Wed, 9 Apr 2014 12:24:36 + Subject: RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form CC: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; ronald.hous

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form

2014-04-09 Thread joelle weaver
True there is inspector variation. Maybe we should all pool our resources and see what we can come up with collaboratively? It is great to know what the CAP feedback has been so we can all fill in any gaps. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: trathbo...@somerset-healthcare.com

RE: [Histonet] Re: High complexity testing

2014-04-09 Thread joelle weaver
yes, I know- just meant the things that were more complicated- as in my checklist is longer. I mis-spoke, or mis-typed I guess. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Wed, 9 Apr 2014 13:12:58 -0400 From: tbr...@holyredeemer.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject

RE: [Histonet] RE: competency form

2014-04-09 Thread joelle weaver
that all the signs seem to be that there will be tightening, based on their magazine articles and web site postings, etc; seems like validation verification, competency, PT ( interlaboratory correlation) will be at the top of the list...stay tuned. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

RE: [Histonet] Now HERE's an embedding tamper!

2014-04-08 Thread joelle weaver
Wow Tim, you are right- that is quite a tamper! Congratulations on your find. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: timothy.mor...@ucsfmedctr.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 8 Apr 2014 22:07:21 + Subject: [Histonet] Now HERE's an embedding tamper! A while

RE: [Histonet] Independent Predictive Markers needing comparison with Benchmarks

2014-04-07 Thread joelle weaver
Agree, I think that list is a good start. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: vickroy@mhsil.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 7 Apr 2014 13:35:58 -0500 Subject: [Histonet] Independent Predictive Markers needing comparison with Benchmarks I am

RE: [Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification

2014-04-04 Thread joelle weaver
Pretty much what is in place here for existing/established instruments. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: mill...@emhs.org To: joellewea...@hotmail.com; l...@premierlab.com; mw...@wakehealth.edu; robin...@mercyhealth.com; tbr...@holyredeemer.com; histonet

RE: [Histonet] (no subject)

2014-04-03 Thread joelle weaver
programs in the SOP, and then I just created back up/recovery procedure and reprocessing procedure and ran through those for comparison. When completed, I just compiled into validation summary report. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: lmurp...@aultman.com To: Histonet

RE: [Histonet] RE: Instrument Verification

2014-04-03 Thread joelle weaver
PM, maintenance, and QC- and have documented any corrective actions, this will probably fly for now? What does everyone else think? Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: l...@premierlab.com To: mw...@wakehealth.edu; robin...@mercyhealth.com; tbr...@holyredeemer.com; histonet

RE: [Histonet] RE: IHC antibody optimizing validating

2014-03-26 Thread joelle weaver
only 1/2 way through reading the article, but Terri makes a good point about the proficiency testing. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Wed, 26 Mar 2014 12:48:46 -0400 From: tbr...@holyredeemer.com To: richard.car...@hhchealth.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu CC

RE: [Histonet] IHC antibody optimizing validating

2014-03-25 Thread joelle weaver
samples minimum for predictive markers, then you do the correlation. Keep everything for CAP. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: cda...@che-east.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 09:51:07 -0400 Subject: [Histonet] IHC antibody optimizing validating

RE: [Histonet] RE: IHC antibody optimizing validating

2014-03-25 Thread joelle weaver
guidelines for sure- where would that land me? Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Tue, 25 Mar 2014 15:34:30 -0400 From: tbr...@holyredeemer.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: IHC antibody optimizing validating CAP is very clear that in order

RE: [Histonet] RE: Slide Consults

2014-03-20 Thread joelle weaver
processing and tracking, and to be able to use the LIS to capture for QC reports. I leave both visible though and both appear on all work-products. You just ignore the other number when filing and it seems to not be a problem. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: becky.garri...@jax.ufl.edu

RE: [Histonet] Microwave Tissue Processing

2014-03-17 Thread joelle weaver
hope that some of this information can be of help to you. Please let me know if I can assist further in any way. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 14:49:12 +0600 Subject: Re: [Histonet] Microwave Tissue Processing From: aikhan...@gmail.com To: joellewea

RE: [Histonet] Frozen section PPE

2014-03-17 Thread joelle weaver
nitrile gloves, maybe gown or apron, sometimes eye protection, mask if suspected TB. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: jpi...@wtbyhosp.org To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Mon, 17 Mar 2014 19:28:45 + Subject: [Histonet] Frozen section PPE Hi Everyone, We

RE: [Histonet] RE: CAP Annual Results Comparison for FISH/ISH

2014-03-15 Thread joelle weaver
Thank you Dr. Cartun, these numbers are helpful for reference Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: richard.car...@hhchealth.org To: one...@wvuhealthcare.com; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Fri, 14 Mar 2014 20:01:54 + CC: Subject: [Histonet] RE: CAP Annual Results

RE: [Histonet] Microwave Tissue Processing

2014-03-14 Thread joelle weaver
to expand to more emerging practices and technology. It would be more of a disservice to me if you left anything( either conventional technology or MW out), in your treatment of that topic. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: kgoodkow...@goodwin.edu To: histonet

RE: [Histonet] Re: GI biopsies

2014-03-14 Thread joelle weaver
variable for these specimens for them to feel comfortable. I like to reveiw these under the microscope since when they are tiny, it is hard to see the shatter, folds and fragmentation on the water bath. I agree it is definately a quality problem to be addressed. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC

RE: [Histonet] RE: MUM-1

2014-03-13 Thread joelle weaver
I have the bond and I use the BIO SB concentrate, RaBMab, EP190 at 1:50 and it stains great on tonsil and kidney tubules. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: lseb...@uwhealth.org To: cda...@che-east.org; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 16:19:11 + CC

RE: [Histonet] RE: CAP Annual Results Comparison for FISH/ISH

2014-03-13 Thread joelle weaver
them. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC Date: Thu, 13 Mar 2014 14:06:23 -0400 From: tbr...@holyredeemer.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] RE: CAP Annual Results Comparison for FISH/ISH Try calling CAP. They provided the benchmarks we use for our

RE: [Histonet] RE: CAP Annual Results Comparison for FISH/ISH

2014-03-13 Thread joelle weaver
sorry , saw the Predictive, missed FISH - getting ready to do this myself. I would just call CAP, if I get to do that soon I will send along what information they supply. Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: joellewea...@hotmail.com To: tbr...@holyredeemer.com; histonet

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