[Histonet] p63 antibody
This may have been discussed before butnow that Dako is no longer offering p63, which vendor are most of you switching to? Thanks in advance for your help. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center 336-716-2104 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications
From my understanding, what I have learned throughout my recruiting career is that in order to gross you have to have 60 credit hours of COLLEGE SCIENCE classes, not necessarily a degree, but definitely the 60 credit hours at least. This requirement is a nationwide requirement from what I know, and does not vary from state to state. On Mon, May 17, 2010 at 5:21 PM, Pamela Marcum mucra...@comcast.net wrote: I went to the American Association of Pathology Assistants web site and then called them. I got the most help for the question of who can and who can not gross from them. It will not be state specific so if you think your state has other more complex rules you will need to check there. The rule I have now are what CAP will look for and that is what I am working toward. CAP is who will grade us - not the state overall. Pam - Original Message - From: Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org To: Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:55:33 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications There has been a lot of confusion about this. From my understanding the real definition of who can gross falls under the High Complexity testing category. This would be different for different states I think as well. Let me give an example. In the State of Florida pervious technicians may have been trained to Gross large specimens( or biopsies ). With this new law a technician in the state of Florida would not be able to continue to gross because in actuality they never held a license that allowed them to perform High Complexity testing. So they are not grandfathered in because of that clause. Technologist would, because they have always been able to preform High Complexity testing. I also think that which ever laws your state goes by for people who can perform High Complexity testing is your answer. I hope this helps. Kim Donadio Pathology Supervisor Baptist Hospital 1000 W Moreno St. Pensacola FL 32501 Phone (850) 469-7718 Fax (850) 434-4996 Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 05/15/2010 04:46 PM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications Tanisha Neely HT(ASCP) asks: Are the guidelines for a tech who is strictly limited to grossing anatomic pathology specimens different than for those of a full time histotech? Could a bachelor degree'd person with the right course work qualify for this position? If so, does anyone have documentation of this? I'd like to present this as a staffing option to my management if possible. Well, I'm giving a talk on the subject to the Tennessee Society for Histotechnology meeting in Chattanooga, and I'm pretty confused about the question of who's allowed to gross - the rules seem to be changing, and different certifying organizations have different requirements. If somebody can spell out in detail who it is that's requiring what, I'd appreciate it. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Knoxville TN ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - All electronic data transmissions originating from or sent to Baptist Health Care Corporation (BHC) are subject to monitoring. This message along with any attached data, are the confidential and proprietary communications of BHC and are intended to be received only by the individual or individuals to whom the message has been addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please take notice that any use, copying, printing, forwarding or distribution of this message, in any form, is strictly prohibited and may violate State or Federal Law. If you have received this transmission in error, please delete or destroy all copies of this message. For questions, contact the BHC Privacy Officer at (850) 434-4472. Rev.10/07. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - Original Message - From: Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org To: Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:55:33 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications There has been a lot of confusion about this. From my understanding the real definition of who can gross falls under the High Complexity testing category. This would be different for different states I think as well. Let me give an example. In the State of Florida pervious technicians may have been trained to Gross large specimens( or biopsies ). With
RE: [Histonet] Moving across the country...
Jennifer, You should try some of the job placement agencies, they are always looking for techs to fill jobs and there is no cost to you. I bet you will be contacted just from placing this post on Histonet. Patsy Patsy Ruegg, HT(ASCP)QIHC IHCtech 12635 Montview Blvd. Ste.215 Aurora, CO 80045 720-859-4060 fax 720-859-4110 www.ihctech.net www.ihcrg.org -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Jennifer Campbell Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:13 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Moving across the country... Hi All, My husband and I will be moving from California to the east coast this late summer/early fall for his work.exciting but, a little scary! I have started browsing possible histotech jobs available in either NY, CT or NJ but, its a rather daunting task when you're not familiar with the area or the labs out there! And to add to the stress I am also currently studying for my HT certification which I will be taking in augustwhich I will hopefully pass so that I may have a little more luck job searching! Does anyone have any advice for me as to where I could look into or know of any possibilities out there? Thanks for any advice you may have. Jennifer Campbell VDx Veterinary Diagnostics Davis, CA phone: (530) 753-4285 fax: (530) 753-4286 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications
Care to share with us what they told you regarding the specifics of who can and who cannot gross? Ronnie Houston Anatomic Pathology Manager Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus OH 43205 (614) 722 5450 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Pamela Marcum Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 5:21 PM To: Kim Donadio Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; Robert Richmond Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications I went to the American Association of Pathology Assistants web site and then called them. I got the most help for the question of who can and who can not gross from them. It will not be state specific so if you think your state has other more complex rules you will need to check there. The rule I have now are what CAP will look for and that is what I am working toward. CAP is who will grade us - not the state overall. Pam - Original Message - From: Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org To: Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:55:33 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications There has been a lot of confusion about this. From my understanding the real definition of who can gross falls under the High Complexity testing category. This would be different for different states I think as well. Let me give an example. In the State of Florida pervious technicians may have been trained to Gross large specimens( or biopsies ). With this new law a technician in the state of Florida would not be able to continue to gross because in actuality they never held a license that allowed them to perform High Complexity testing. So they are not grandfathered in because of that clause. Technologist would, because they have always been able to preform High Complexity testing. I also think that which ever laws your state goes by for people who can perform High Complexity testing is your answer. I hope this helps. Kim Donadio Pathology Supervisor Baptist Hospital 1000 W Moreno St. Pensacola FL 32501 Phone (850) 469-7718 Fax (850) 434-4996 Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 05/15/2010 04:46 PM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications Tanisha Neely HT(ASCP) asks: Are the guidelines for a tech who is strictly limited to grossing anatomic pathology specimens different than for those of a full time histotech? Could a bachelor degree'd person with the right course work qualify for this position? If so, does anyone have documentation of this? I'd like to present this as a staffing option to my management if possible. Well, I'm giving a talk on the subject to the Tennessee Society for Histotechnology meeting in Chattanooga, and I'm pretty confused about the question of who's allowed to gross - the rules seem to be changing, and different certifying organizations have different requirements. If somebody can spell out in detail who it is that's requiring what, I'd appreciate it. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Knoxville TN ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - All electronic data transmissions originating from or sent to Baptist Health Care Corporation (BHC) are subject to monitoring. This message along with any attached data, are the confidential and proprietary communications of BHC and are intended to be received only by the individual or individuals to whom the message has been addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please take notice that any use, copying, printing, forwarding or distribution of this message, in any form, is strictly prohibited and may violate State or Federal Law. If you have received this transmission in error, please delete or destroy all copies of this message. For questions, contact the BHC Privacy Officer at (850) 434-4472. Rev.10/07. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - Original Message - From: Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org To: Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:55:33 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications There has been a lot of confusion about this. From my understanding the real definition of who can gross falls under the High Complexity testing category. This would be different for different states
RE: [Histonet] p63 antibody
We use Biocare's, clone BC4A4. Linda A. Sebree University of Wisconsin Hospital Clinics IHC/ISH Laboratory DB1-223 VAH 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI 53792 (608)265-6596 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Martha Ward Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 8:07 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] p63 antibody This may have been discussed before butnow that Dako is no longer offering p63, which vendor are most of you switching to? Thanks in advance for your help. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center 336-716-2104 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Mycoplasma
Roberta: Sigma-Aldrich offer a staining kit for Mycoplasma. Their cat. # MYC1 René J. --- On Tue, 5/18/10, Roberta Horner r...@psu.edu wrote: From: Roberta Horner r...@psu.edu Subject: [Histonet] Mycoplasma To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2010, 8:42 AM Does anyone know of a special stain for mycoplasma? I searched all my books and can't find anything. Thank you Roberta Horner HT/HTL Animal Diagnostic Lab Penn State University ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Histotech Needed In FL
Our client, located in Plant City, FL, has retained Allied Search Partners and MPath Search Partners to assist in the search for a highly qualified Histotechnician/Histotechnologist. This is a unique opportunity to join a financially strong and growing organization in a key role within the company. Shift: Full Time/Permanent, 3am-11am Requirements: Florida Licensed Technician or Technologist, ASCP preferred To apply: Please submit resume to aly...@alliedsearchpartners.com *No resume will be sent to our client until we speak with you, all resumes are kept confidential* ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] AW: p63 antibody
We have ours from Thermo Scientific, CatNo MS-1081, same clone (4A4), works very well (dilution 1:400 in our hands). Andi Kappeler Institute of Pathology, University of Bern, Switzerland Von: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] im Auftrag von Martha Ward [mw...@wfubmc.edu] Gesendet: Dienstag, 18. Mai 2010 15:07 An: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Betreff: [Histonet] p63 antibody This may have been discussed before butnow that Dako is no longer offering p63, which vendor are most of you switching to? Thanks in advance for your help. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center 336-716-2104 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications
It is too long to type and can be found in the April 7th, AAPA e-news Today or it is ANP.11610 Phase II CAP regualtions/Exceptions Grandfathered at 42CFR493.1489 and 1491. These are the exact regulations and should anwser all questions about who can and a cannot gross. Sorry I just don't have it in way to send easily. I contacted the AAPA and got the info. Pam Marcum Anatomic Pathology Manager UAMS - Original Message - From: Ronald Houston ronald.hous...@nationwidechildrens.org To: Pamela Marcum mucra...@comcast.net, Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 8:41:59 AM Subject: RE: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications Care to share with us what they told you regarding the specifics of who can and who cannot gross? Ronnie Houston Anatomic Pathology Manager Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus OH 43205 (614) 722 5450 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Pamela Marcum Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 5:21 PM To: Kim Donadio Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu; Robert Richmond Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications I went to the American Association of Pathology Assistants web site and then called them. I got the most help for the question of who can and who can not gross from them. It will not be state specific so if you think your state has other more complex rules you will need to check there. The rule I have now are what CAP will look for and that is what I am working toward. CAP is who will grade us - not the state overall. Pam - Original Message - From: Kim Donadio kim.dona...@bhcpns.org To: Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Cc: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu, histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Monday, May 17, 2010 2:55:33 PM Subject: Re: [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications There has been a lot of confusion about this. From my understanding the real definition of who can gross falls under the High Complexity testing category. This would be different for different states I think as well. Let me give an example. In the State of Florida pervious technicians may have been trained to Gross large specimens( or biopsies ). With this new law a technician in the state of Florida would not be able to continue to gross because in actuality they never held a license that allowed them to perform High Complexity testing. So they are not grandfathered in because of that clause. Technologist would, because they have always been able to preform High Complexity testing. I also think that which ever laws your state goes by for people who can perform High Complexity testing is your answer. I hope this helps. Kim Donadio Pathology Supervisor Baptist Hospital 1000 W Moreno St. Pensacola FL 32501 Phone (850) 469-7718 Fax (850) 434-4996 Robert Richmond rsrichm...@gmail.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 05/15/2010 04:46 PM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] Re: Grossing Technician Qualifications Tanisha Neely HT(ASCP) asks: Are the guidelines for a tech who is strictly limited to grossing anatomic pathology specimens different than for those of a full time histotech? Could a bachelor degree'd person with the right course work qualify for this position? If so, does anyone have documentation of this? I'd like to present this as a staffing option to my management if possible. Well, I'm giving a talk on the subject to the Tennessee Society for Histotechnology meeting in Chattanooga, and I'm pretty confused about the question of who's allowed to gross - the rules seem to be changing, and different certifying organizations have different requirements. If somebody can spell out in detail who it is that's requiring what, I'd appreciate it. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Knoxville TN ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - All electronic data transmissions originating from or sent to Baptist Health Care Corporation (BHC) are subject to monitoring. This message along with any attached data, are the confidential and proprietary communications of BHC and are intended to be received only by the individual or individuals to whom the message has been addressed. If the reader of this message is not the intended recipient, please take notice that any use, copying, printing, forwarding or distribution of this message, in any form, is strictly prohibited and may violate State or Federal Law. If you have received this
[Histonet] Urine Cytology
Hello, My company would like to start doing urine cytologies. Being a histotech i am not 100% sure as to what i need to do this because i have to learned how to di it yet :-) Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in Advanced S _ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Grossing assistants-pathologist assistants
Yes, the Pathology Assistant national organization is a great resource as is the CAP. As I said before, please remember that the CAP inspection standards represent compliance with FEDERAL CMS standards. I would encourage contact with the CAP LAP in regard to these FEDERAL standards. Individual states may also have requirements specific for that state, which certainly may complicate things, so contact with your state pathology society will help with that. Bill Tench Associate Dir. Laboratory Services Chief, Cytology Services Palomar Medical Center 555 E. Valley Parkway Escondido, California 92025 bill.te...@pph.org Voice: 760- 739-3037 Fax: 760-739-2604 mail2.pph.org made the following annotations - Confidential E-Mail: This e-mail is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, or otherwise protected from disclosure. Dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail or the information herein by anyone other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender by reply e-mail, and destroy the original message and all copies. - ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Urine Cytology
The way we always did it was to get the specimen fresh (so 24 hou= r
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air d= ry the DQ. Happy spinning!!
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RE: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
Why are you still using a bunsen burner? I believe there is a CAP question about No open flames in the lab. I would suggest finding a replacement. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Brandi Higgins Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:30 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
a bacti incinerator Brandi Higgins brandihigg...@gmail.com Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu 05/18/2010 09:00 AM To histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu cc Subject [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
We use an alcohol burner that has a wick inside. It works well for us. Beatrice Sullivan, HT(A.S.C.P.) HTL , AAS, CLSP(N.C.A.) AP Supervisor Shore Memorial Hospital 609-653-3590 Brandi Higgins brandihigg...@gm ail.com To Sent by: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet-bounces@ cc lists.utsouthwest ern.edu Subject [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? 05/18/2010 11:30 AM Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
I think that's the crux of her question - what can she use as an alternative? You can find forceps warmers here. http://americanmastertech.com/store/main.aspx?p=ItemDetailStylesitem=EQFW-120 Although, I still miss the ol' bunsen burner. It was great for burning away little fragments of tissue from between the teeth - of the forceps, not my teeth. From: Mike Pence mpe...@grhs.net To: Brandi Higgins brandihigg...@gmail.com, histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: 05/18/2010 11:42 AM Subject: RE: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Sent by: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Why are you still using a bunsen burner? I believe there is a CAP question about No open flames in the lab. I would suggest finding a replacement. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Brandi Higgins Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:30 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner?
Doesn't your embedding station have a forceps warmer on it? You should not be using an open flame.. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Mike Pence Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 12:12 PM To: Brandi Higgins; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Why are you still using a bunsen burner? I believe there is a CAP question about No open flames in the lab. I would suggest finding a replacement. -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Brandi Higgins Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 10:30 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] alternative for bunsen burner? Hello all, Our hospital is moving our histology department across the hall and have asked us if we can find an alternative to the bunsen burner so they don't have to install a gas line. The pathologist has told me that there is some machine that can be used instead of a flame to burn the forceps while embedding (which is our main use for the bunsen flame). This is the only lab I have ever worked at and I don't know what such a machine would be called. If anyone knows the name, or any other alternative method can you let me know. Model numbers/companies would be a bonus too! Thanks so much for your help. Brandi Higgins, BS, HT(ASCP) ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] p63
Dako does still offer a p63 antibody, clone 4A4. It is code number M7247 and it is available in two sizes; 0.2 mL and 1 mL. Please feel free to cal Dako Technical Support if you have any questions. Gayle Haider , BSMT(ASCP), CLS Technical Support Specialist Dako North America, Inc. 6392 Via Real Carpinteria, CA 93013 USA Office: (805) 566-6655 ext. 5323 e-mail: gayle.hai...@dako.com mailto:gayle.hai...@dako.com ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] High Complexity regulations
I work in a CLIA certified lab. I do not know how different CAP is, but here is what CLIA requires for High complexity testing personnel: TESTING PERSONNEL (42 CFR 493 1489) 1. Licensed MD, DO or DPM. 2. Doctorate, master's, or bachelor's in laboratory science. 3. Associate degree in laboratory science or ♦ 60 semester hours including 24 semester hrs of medical lab technology; or, ♦ 60 semester hrs including 24 hrs of science that includes 6 hrs chemistry, 6 hrs biology, and 12 hrs chemistry, biology or, medical lab tech in any combination and laboratory training that includes either: ♦completion of a clinical lab training program or ♦3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed, 4. Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under federal regulations prior to February 28,1992(42CFR493,1491). Hope this helps! BTW, they are very strict about checking your high complexity testing personnel records! Kelly D. Boyd, BS, HTL (ASCP) Lab Manager ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] urine cytology
I don't think I know of any labs that do air dried Diff quik type stains on urine cytologies any more. You need to use some sort of concentration technique, and the most frequently used for labs without liquid-base processing apparatus is the cytospin. Several companies make cytospin devices. High quality preparation with good fixation is critical, as is specimen quality. If you don't have training in cytology (at least cytology preparation) I would stay away from this. Bill Tench Associate Dir. Laboratory Services Chief, Cytology Services Palomar Medical Center 555 E. Valley Parkway Escondido, California 92025 bill.te...@pph.org Voice: 760- 739-3037 Fax: 760-739-2604 mail2.pph.org made the following annotations - Confidential E-Mail: This e-mail is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed, and may contain information that is privileged, confidential, or otherwise protected from disclosure. Dissemination, distribution, or copying of this e-mail or the information herein by anyone other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender by reply e-mail, and destroy the original message and all copies. - ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Correction To Job Post-Lakeland, FL not Plant City,FL
Our client, located in Lakeland, FL, has retained Allied Search Partners and MPath Search Partners to assist in the search for a highly qualified Histotechnician/Histotechnologist. This is a unique opportunity to join a financially strong and growing organization in a key role within the company. Shift: Full Time/Permanent, 3am-11am Requirements: Florida Licensed Technician or Technologist, ASCP preferred To apply: Please submit resume to aly...@alliedsearchpartners.com *No resume will be sent to our client until we speak with you, all resumes are kept confidential* ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Urine Cytology
there are different slide preparation techiques used in cytology labs - ThinPrep methodology, cytocentrifugation, membrane filtration are the most often used, technique depends on pathologists preferencies and equipment and experiencies of the lab! hope this helps Irena From: sjkit...@live.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 10:52:26 -0400 Subject: [Histonet] Urine Cytology Hello, My company would like to start doing urine cytologies. Being a histotech i am not 100% sure as to what i need to do this because i have to learned how to di it yet :-) Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in Advanced S _ The New Busy is not the old busy. Search, chat and e-mail from your inbox. http://www.windowslive.com/campaign/thenewbusy?ocid=PID28326::T:WLMTAGL:ON:WL:en-US:WM_HMP:042010_3___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet _ Hotmail: zanesljiva e-poštna storitev z zmogljivo Microsoftovo zaščito pred neželeno pošto https://signup.live.com/signup.aspx?id=60969___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] p63
Thanks but the memo I received dated May 10th stated that Dako's license to sell M7247, p63 antibody, was due to expire on 31 May 2010. That was why I was looking for a new vendor. Thank you to everyone who responded to my request. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center 336-716-2104 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Gayle Haider Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 1:06 PM To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] p63 Dako does still offer a p63 antibody, clone 4A4. It is code number M7247 and it is available in two sizes; 0.2 mL and 1 mL. Please feel free to cal Dako Technical Support if you have any questions. Gayle Haider , BSMT(ASCP), CLS Technical Support Specialist Dako North America, Inc. 6392 Via Real Carpinteria, CA 93013 USA Office: (805) 566-6655 ext. 5323 e-mail: gayle.hai...@dako.com mailto:gayle.hai...@dako.com ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] ICC slide storage
So, again...I'm new to this ICC staining. I got a epindorf = tube of cells (and a PBMC), I made cytospins from them and then fixed themin acetone, then 100 alcohol, then rehydrated them in PBS. The f irst day I did the spins the slides looked great, you could definately see = the monocytes. Then the days that have followed the cells have become= lysed, and there is gradoo all over the place. I think that it pro= bably has something to do with the fact that the cells weren't fixed and po= pped. My question is can I fix the slides and then leave them in 4 de= grees fridge either in the alcohol or take them out in a slide box. I= can see not reconsituting them in the saline until ready to stain, but I t= hink I need to fix them and not just leave the fluid sitting in the fridge?= Ahh help!!! Thanks guys and gals =) Sarah Goebel, B.A., HT (ASCP) Histotechnician XBiotec= h USA Inc. 8201 East Riverside Dr. B= ldg 4 Suite 100 Austin, Texas = 78744 (512)386-5107 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Paraffin
A question has come up recently about whether or not to completely turn off our embedding center every night or not. I was under the understanding that the constant solidifying and re-melting in the paraffin pot damages the structure of the paraffin and makes it more brittle, etc. Is my memory correct, or do I need to update my hard drive? Claire ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Histology Jobs Nationwide
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Re: [Histonet] High Complexity regulations
CAP and CLIA follow the same rules and guidelines so this exactly what the new rules will be June15th. Pam Marcum UAMS - Original Message - From: Kelly Boyd kdboydhi...@yahoo.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 12:08:31 PM Subject: [Histonet] High Complexity regulations I work in a CLIA certified lab. I do not know how different CAP is, but here is what CLIA requires for High complexity testing personnel: TESTING PERSONNEL (42 CFR 493 1489) 1. Licensed MD, DO or DPM. 2. Doctorate, master's, or bachelor's in laboratory science. 3. Associate degree in laboratory science or ♦ 60 semester hours including 24 semester hrs of medical lab technology; or, ♦ 60 semester hrs including 24 hrs of science that includes 6 hrs chemistry, 6 hrs biology, and 12 hrs chemistry, biology or, medical lab tech in any combination and laboratory training that includes either: ♦completion of a clinical lab training program or ♦3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed, 4. Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under federal regulations prior to February 28,1992(42CFR493,1491). Hope this helps! BTW, they are very strict about checking your high complexity testing personnel records! Kelly D. Boyd, BS, HTL (ASCP) Lab Manager ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet - Original Message - From: Kelly Boyd kdboydhi...@yahoo.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 12:08:31 PM Subject: [Histonet] High Complexity regulations I work in a CLIA certified lab. I do not know how different CAP is, but here is what CLIA requires for High complexity testing personnel: TESTING PERSONNEL (42 CFR 493 1489) 1. Licensed MD, DO or DPM. 2. Doctorate, master's, or bachelor's in laboratory science. 3. Associate degree in laboratory science or ♦ 60 semester hours including 24 semester hrs of medical lab technology; or, ♦ 60 semester hrs including 24 hrs of science that includes 6 hrs chemistry, 6 hrs biology, and 12 hrs chemistry, biology or, medical lab tech in any combination and laboratory training that includes either: ♦completion of a clinical lab training program or ♦3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed, 4. Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under federal regulations prior to February 28,1992(42CFR493,1491). Hope this helps! BTW, they are very strict about checking your high complexity testing personnel records! Kelly D. Boyd, BS, HTL (ASCP) Lab Manager ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
RE: [Histonet] Paraffin
We leave ours on all the time; we do shut off the cryo center each night (it frosts up otherwise). -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Ingles Claire Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 2:41 PM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] Paraffin A question has come up recently about whether or not to completely turn off our embedding center every night or not. I was under the understanding that the constant solidifying and re-melting in the paraffin pot damages the structure of the paraffin and makes it more brittle, etc. Is my memory correct, or do I need to update my hard drive? Claire ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet The information in this e-mail is intended only for the person to whom it is addressed. If you believe this e-mail was sent to you in error and the e-mail contains patient information, please contact the Partners Compliance HelpLine at http://www.partners.org/complianceline . If the e-mail was sent to you in error but does not contain patient information, please contact the sender and properly dispose of the e-mail. ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] p63 antibody
Biocare has the only IVD p63 I believe Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry -Original Message- From: Sebree Linda A lseb...@uwhealth.org Date: Tue, 18 May 2010 08:47:38 To: Martha Wardmw...@wfubmc.edu; histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: RE: [Histonet] p63 antibody We use Biocare's, clone BC4A4. Linda A. Sebree University of Wisconsin Hospital Clinics IHC/ISH Laboratory DB1-223 VAH 600 Highland Ave. Madison, WI 53792 (608)265-6596 -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Martha Ward Sent: Tuesday, May 18, 2010 8:07 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] p63 antibody This may have been discussed before butnow that Dako is no longer offering p63, which vendor are most of you switching to? Thanks in advance for your help. Martha Ward, MT (ASCP) QIHC Assistant Manager, Molecular Diagnostics Lab Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center 336-716-2104 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Re: Urine Cytology
About urine cytology: It's the job of the cytotechnologist and the pathologist to decide what urine cytology preparations are wanted. If the cytotech doesn't know how to do the cytopreparation, there isn't much a histotechnologist can do to help her. Bob Richmond Samurai Pathologist Knoxville TN ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
