Re: [Histonet] P16

2019-03-14 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
You might check Cancer Diagnostics, inc.. Their rep told us they have an IVD p16. Best, Mike -Original Message- From: Charles Riley via Histonet Sent: Wednesday, March 13, 2019 1:24 PM To: Bernice Frederick Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: Re: [Histonet] P16 We by pre

Re: [Histonet] Quality Measure for Pathology

2018-06-13 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
Good Morning: Repeated work: Slides that don't pass QC or the pathologists muster and require repeated embedding or cutting. E.G. because they are not cut deep enough, are missing the important features, needed to be soaked, inappropriate reactivity (IHC). This is different than levels, but th

[Histonet] Sakura Xpress processor CMOS battery fail

2018-01-29 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
Our Sakura Xpress 120 (no longer supported as of Jan '18), has an error of "CMOS Checksum error-defaults loaded CMOS battery failed". Processor is slow to start up. Appears to run OK after long warm-up. Sakura only replaces the board, at a prohibitive expense and not making new part. Anyone trie

[Histonet] UV light for von Kossa

2017-07-28 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
Hi Histonet, I am looking for a cost-effective UV light for von Kossa staining. The clouds are getting tin the way. Thank you, and have a god weekend. Mike ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mai

[Histonet] Film Coverslip

2015-07-24 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
Good morning, We are considering changing coverslip film for our high volume Sakura Prisma with coverslipper. We have tested StatLab film and pathologists are fine, and have not seen media build up on the instrument. Sakura is cautioning against alternatives for lamination and media build-up issue

[Histonet] competence assessment pathologist

2015-07-14 Thread Michael Kent via Histonet
Good morning and sincere thanks to all those taking time to respond to our many questions. I am looking for a template/example of a good competence assessment for pathologists, meeting CAP&NY standards. Appreciate any references. Thank you, Mike ___ His

RE: [Histonet] Re: Request for Non-fluorescent Sealant

2014-06-11 Thread Michael Kent
John, I was recommended and have used black nail polish for FISH applications without background. Mike -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Paul Scott Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2014 1:43 PM To: h

RE: [Histonet] BRAF

2013-05-29 Thread Michael Kent
There is an RUO BRAF v600 clone VE1 from Spring Biosciences cited in literature. I have not found an ASR or IVD. Confidentiality Notice: This email message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential information. Any unauthorized revi

[Histonet] Special Stainers

2013-05-17 Thread Michael Kent
Hello All, Can you share your experience or recommend an automated Special Stainer for clinical path? We are considering adding an additional. Thanks, Mike ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.e

RE: [Histonet] Ventana HPV High/Low Replacements?

2013-03-04 Thread Michael Kent
y for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology Arch Pathol Lab Med-Vol 136, October 2012 The CAP-ASCCP LAST Project--Darragh et al Regards, Mike Michael Kent, MS, PhD www.dermpathlab.com Confidentiality Notice: This email message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s

[Histonet] Treponema

2013-01-22 Thread Michael Kent
Hello All, I am looking to bring Treponema pallidum antibody on board for FFPE in clinical derm. Would anyone recommend a source for control tissue for validation? Thanks, Mike Kent ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu htt

RE: [Histonet] 88305TC starting to hit the fan...

2013-01-03 Thread Michael Kent
Hi Richard (and Others), We are investigating how independent labs can cooperate to lower costs and pool certain resources to mutually benefit from our strengths and meet common needs. If you are interested, we'd like to discuss in greater detail. Best and Happy New Year to All, Michael

RE: [Histonet] 88305TC starting to hit the fan...

2012-12-18 Thread Michael Kent
Fellow Histoneters, Please feel free to contact me if your lab is in trouble from these cuts. We may be able to help. Also- we are hiring a Histotech in the Troy Michigan area, if you know anyone interested. Best and Happy Holidays, Michael Kent, MS, PhD Translational Scientist

[Histonet] SOX10

2012-09-19 Thread Michael Kent
Hello, Has there been a successful response to the question on SOX10 on Ventana platform? We have very faint labeling on first tries. Thanks ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/