For almost two years, we have been using- with great success- a much safer
alternative to Isopentane. It is called Novec 7000 from 3M. I am NOT a
paid endorser and these are my views only , and do not reflect in any way
on my employer. Our pathologists greatly prefer the results of a freezing
I just wanted to clarify that we don't use Novec 7000 for freezing of
muscle tissue. We use it for other routine frozen sections on
humans.Sorry if that caused any confusion. Thanks Tim for pointing that
out!
Melanie S. White, MT(ASCP)
Laboratory Supervisor, Systems/Anatomic Pathology
I know of a histotech position available in South Carolina. Are there any
histonetters looking for work in this area? Melanie
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Sally asks: I've figured out how to fund my approaching retirement! A
poll! So...
is the correct term Anatomical Pathology or Anatomic Pathology?
Send $5.00 with your email reply and I'll have the down payment for
that tropical island with internet. Seriously - what is the consensus
and/or
Histonetters:
What percentage of anatomical pathology cases in your facility are reviewed
by a second pathologist (intradepartmental consult)?
Melanie S. White, MT(ASCP)
Laboratory Supervisor, Systems/Anatomic Pathology
McLeod Regional Medical Center
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Histonetters: We are curious to find out how your facilities handle
patients with alias names.
At our hospital, patients are somewhat frequently admitted with alias names
in order to protect their privacy and/or safety (i.e., gunshot wounds, gang
crime, etc.) . Usually their pathology is done
We still use dictaphones for gross dictation. Does anyone have a system you
can recommend?
Melanie S. White, MT(ASCP)
Laboratory Supervisor, Systems/Anatomic Pathology
McLeod Regional Medical Center
(843) 777-2072
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