To make a cell block from formalin-fixed cells, you need to introduce some
coagulable material that will stick the cells together. Here's a method I have
used successfully:
Spin down the cells in formalin, decant as much formalin as possible with a
pipette.
Fill tube with isotonic buffer, resu
Hi Maria,
Are you saying you are using formalin as a preservative for non-gyn's? We
collect all aspirations in Plasmalyte which is an electrolytic balance for
infusion. All other fluids are collected in a green top, sodium
heparinized tube. Bronch specimens are sent in saline. Urine and CSF a
