[Histonet] certified/uncertified

Hello- Looking for current practices with hiring: if you were to hire a person with BS that has already been trained in histology but is not certified - would they be hired at same rate as certified tech? would they be expected to get certified? It's a slippery slope... Thanks Nancy Schmitt

[Histonet] prostate core/Decipher

microns. Are you adjusting you protocol up front for all prostate cases? Going down to 2 levels with additional unstains all at 5 microns? I appreciate your thoughts, Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor Dubuque, IA Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including

[Histonet] Mohs

Hello- Is there any kind of grandfathering for HT certificate people cutting Mohs? The surgeon does all inking and cutting. Thank you Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole

[Histonet] moh's staining protocol

Hello- What is a best staining protocol for Moh's? Is there one that starts in alcohol and ends in alcohol? With no xylene or formalin? Your thoughts are appreciated, Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any

[Histonet] claudin 18.2

Hello- Where are you sending Claudin 18.2 testing? Thanks Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor MercyOne Dubuque Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended

[Histonet] baking after coverslipping

long time and will appreciate your feedback! Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain i

[Histonet] Mohs cryostat

Hello and Happy Friday! Any thoughts on Epredia vs Leica for cryostat? This will be used for Mohs - I have only used Leica for frozen sectioning and appreciate any advice. Thanks! Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail

[Histonet] BD Totalys - pap question

s been great, I just though it was worth checking to see if anyone else had experienced this. Thoughts appreciated, Nancy Schmitt, MLT(ASCP) CM HT CM Pathology Support Services Supervisor MercyOne Dubuque, IA Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the proper

[Histonet] destain for IHC

Hello- Has anyone had success destaining an H and then running IHC on the same slide? Thanks! Nancy Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain information that

[Histonet] Moh's training

Hello- Looking for info. On Moh's training - did you go through the ASMH? Trained by Dermatologist or pathologist? Are you HT, HTL or uncertified? I will appreciate any thoughts on this - a new opportunity for us; we currently do Frozen Section cutting, but not Moh's. Thank You Nancy Schmitt

[Histonet] pathologist competency

Hello- Working with our Paths to update their competency policy - including the usual Gyn and Non gyn and surgical surveys along with their interdepartmental documentation; what are other folks including in this? Thank much, Nancy Pathology Support Services Supervisor Confidentiality Notice:

[Histonet] Cytology and Base mold release

, or in between every block embedded? Your thoughts are appreciated, Nancy Schmitt Pathology Support Services Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain information

[Histonet] HSV testing

Hello- What are you using for HSV IHC testing? Thank you Nancy Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may contain information that is privileged and confidential. Any

[Histonet] ultrasafe formalin dispense

Happy Friday! Is anyone using the Ultrasafe Formalin Dispensing system? Here is a link https://www.milestonemedsrl.com/us/product/ultrasafe/ Appreciate hearing from anyone on what your thoughts are - good or bad. Thank you much, Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services MercyOne

[Histonet] formalin in OR

Hello- I would appreciate input on how you are getting formalin on to the specimens: * Is it done in OR * Are specimens brough to pathology and add formalin there * If so - does lab or OR add the formalin * Other? Are you Joint Commission? Thank you! Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP

[Histonet] GYN cytology reports

Hello- Looking to incorporate a comment in the bottom of the report regarding the screening process and wondering if anyone would be willing to share their format? We are currently doing a yearly mailing to the phys. Thanks Nancy MercyOne Dubuqe Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including

[Histonet] dissect aid

Happy Monday! For those using Dissect Aid (Statlab) - are you re-using this product for multiple specimens? Can you please share what your process is for this? Much appreciated, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) MercyOne Dubuque Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments

[Histonet] solvent recycling waste

What are folks doing with the waste from solvent recycling that contains traces of xylene? Thanks Nancy Mercy, Dubuque Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may

[Histonet] release of body parts

with parafilm around the lid? Thank you for your thoughts, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Dubuque, IA 52001 Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended recipient(s). It may

[Histonet] cytology non-gyn screening

Hello- I know a lot of places have overlap with histology/cytology - do your cytotechs screen the non-gyn cases? Do they regularly assist with FNA's? How many paps are they expected to screen in a day? This seems like a lot.. Input appreciated, Nancy Confidentiality Notice: This

[Histonet] cytology billing

Hello- Looking for direction on billing practices - specifically regarding non-gyn specimens that are screened by a cytotech and then passed on to the pathologist for sign-out. Can you bill twice for that? I am thinking not………thank you in advance MercyOne Dubuque Confidentiality Notice:

[Histonet] autopsy blocks

Hello- Can you tell me what you are doing with autopsy blocks? How long are keeping these blocks/slides? Appreciated, Nancy Dubuque, IA Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail, including any attachments is the property of Trinity Health and is intended for the sole use of the intended

[Histonet] CBG recycling

consistently after two weeks; wasting a LOT of reagent. Company has been VERY difficult to in touch with and isn't being too helpful. Anybody else having issue with this? Thank You! Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services MercyOne Dubuque Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail

[Histonet] AFB control and Recycling formalin

through a multi-site dissolution and trying to future plan.. Thoughts appreciated! Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager United Clinical Laboratories 250 Mercy Drive Dubuque, IA 52001 Ph 563-589-9810 ___ Histonet mailing list

[Histonet] frozen section/histo duties

staff working in histology with supervision - anything they DON"T do? CAP is our guideline and I am reading - want to make sure I am not overthinking this but not missing anything. Thoughts appreciated, Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Ma

[Histonet] IHC Troubleshooting and Water Baths

is dumped, the bath is rinsed with bleach solution, rinsed with water and dried. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager -Original Message- From: Charles Riley via Histonet [mailto:histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2020 9:44 AM

[Histonet] erroneous results

leave any trace? 4. is your process the same for surgical specimens as it is for GYN paps? Looking forward to the discussion, Nancy Schmitt Pathology Support Services Mgr. Dubuque, IA ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http

[Histonet] General Data Laser Track PH6

is placed and a moat that surrounds it (for lack of a better explanation). With appreciation, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu

[Histonet] BOND Max from Leica

Hello- Looking for people that have installed a BOND Max from Leica in the past year, are using for general Anatomic Path IHC use, and are willing to have a chat and offer a few pointers. Thanks, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque

[Histonet] BOND question

Hello- Checking in to see if anyone else has seen any staining irregularities with a new BOND Max (OR III) or DS9800 detection kits. I appreciate your thoughts, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information

[Histonet] waste removal

Happy Friday! Is your waste incinerated/autoclaved or some of both? Is anyone having to marker over PHI on specimen containers before being removed? Interested in processes and what is working best. Thanks Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager United Clinical Laboratories

[Histonet] Artisan AFB contamination

- Nancy Schmitt Untied Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender that you have received

[Histonet] Surepath stains

Hello- This is regarding Surepath pap stain processing on the BD Totalys. We switched to the new Totalys in late November and are having a lot of staining issues. We have had many visits with field service. Is anyone using this and having issues with inconsistent staining? Thank you for your

[Histonet] cytology listserv

Hello- I know many of us have overlap between histology/cytology/cytology prep. Wondering if there is a helpful listserv available like this - or is my best chance to bring my questions here? Thanks Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager Dubuque, IA 52001 NOTICE

[Histonet] glass slides

Hello- We are seeing some warping with glass slides from Leica. Looking for recommendation on what you are currently using? Thank you Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager United Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information

[Histonet] p16 and sperm morphology

? Responses appreciated:) Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not the intended recipient

[Histonet] Downtime

on a backup laptop? I appreciate any input you are willing to share and I am sure there will be others taking note of this valuable conversation! Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information

[Histonet] cassette labeling

Hello- Is anyone out there using the PH1 or PH6 cassette labelers from General Data? The technology is different from the original and we are looking to upgrade. I shall appreciate any information/comments you are willing to share. Thank You, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support

[Histonet] validation

Good Day! When performing validation on IHC, we use 20 positives and 20 negative cases. When testing for negative, can the normal tissue surrounding the tumor be counted as negative? Does the negative tissue need to be tumor that is negative for the AB or just normal tissue? Thank you for

[Histonet] ANP.11640 competency for Non-Pathologist

Hello- Would you share what you are doing to show competency for Non-Pathology (HT with high complex) staff that are grossing derms, GI's, etc.? Thank you Nancy NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even

[Histonet] PPE and countertop cleaning

are using and what your process is for countertop cleaning? We are CAP inspected. Thank you much for your input Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended

[Histonet] pre cut control slides

Hello- How are you handling precut control slides for IHC stains? How long do you keep them before throwing? I found some info (on histonet) on special stains but not on IHC stains. Thanks Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email may contain legally

[Histonet] validation for special stains

Good Morning- What is everyone doing for validation on special stains? We have a new Artisan but I am struggling with finding exact validation specifications. It will be difficult to find 10-20 cases on some of these stains. Thoughts and Thank you! Nancy Pathology Support Services Manager

[Histonet] egg albumin

Good Morning- Thoughts on shelf life of egg albumin? Thank you Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not the intended recipient

[Histonet] Non-gyn cytology

Good Morning- Can you share with me how you are handling non-gyn cytology specimens? Are you working with them under a hood? In a TB room? At a counter in the histology lab that has good negative pressure? Fixed vs. unfixed? Appreciate your input- Nancy United Clinical Laboratories

[Histonet] ConfirmMDx

Hi All- Looking for feedback on experience with prostate specimens going to ConfirmMDx for testing: Reimbursement, physician satisfaction, blocks and slides or whatever else you have experienced. Thank you, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager United Clinical

[Histonet] cryostat decontamination

ANP.23410 states that cryostat is defrosted and wiped down at regular intervals. What if you have UV decontam? Is there a ruling on that? Thanks Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only

[Histonet] HT grossing

gross smalls? What does that include? How did you train them and can you share that information? Is there a guide out there you would recommend? Appreciate your input, Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged

[Histonet] Pathology physician assistant

this PA has worked. I appreciate any input, Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services Manager Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you

[Histonet] floor vibration

Happy Monday! We are moving to a new space and part of our area is above the laundry - there is some vibration from there. Does anyone have any experience with this and could you please share how you accommodated this? Special flooring, pads, etc. Thank you much! Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT (ASCP

[Histonet] congo red - decolor

Happy St. Pat's Day! Any thoughts on how to decolorize Congo Red stains that were done on fat pad slides? We appreciate any insight you might offer:) Nancy United Clinical Labs Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the

[Histonet] paraffin block storage

Good Morning- I do not find a CAP guideline for monitoring room temperature for block storage. Thoughts? Thank you Nancy NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not

[Histonet] embalmed cadaver tissue

Good Afternoon! Does anyone work with embalmed cadaver tissue? How is this handled for successful processing? Any advice appreciated. Nancy NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed

[Histonet] toluidine blue

Hi All- Is anyone using Toluidine Blue on air dried touch prep slides? Specifically for endobronchial ultra sound specimens (ebus). I am wondering if you can tell me what you are using for a toluidine blue recipe. Thank you for your help- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Pathology Support Services

[Histonet] Cryostate decon ANP.23410

Good Morning- Defrost and decontaminate with TB disinfectant weekly if used daily. How are you best managing this and what are you using to decontaminate for TB? Thank you Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 NOTICE: This email may contain legally

[Histonet] H. Pylori

Good Morning- I am looking for H. Pylori control - does anyone have any extra lying about? What are you currently using? Purchasing? I appreciate any and all feedback! Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 Check us out at www.uclaccess.com<h

[Histonet] PAP stains done by hand

Happy Friday- Could you please share how you are handling the potential for cross contamination in non-gyn pap specimens? Are you filtering/changing out solutions between each case? I appreciate your input- Nancy Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA 52001 Check us out at

[Histonet] fat pad smears for amyloid

Good Morning! How are you pretreating fat pad smears for amyloid? Fixing in 95% and then air drying before staining? We are running them on an Artisan stainer. Thanks for your input- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain

[Histonet] interface between Bond and Cerner CoPath Plus

Does anyone currently have an interface between the Leica Bond stainer and Cerner CoPath plus? How does it work? Cost? Thank you Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even

[Histonet] waterbath/faucet disinfection

I am curious to know what others are doing (if anything) to disinfect their faucets/waterbaths on a daily basis. Our procedure uses bleach on both daily - that will now change as the bleach will ruin the finish on our newer waterbaths. Thanks for your input- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Histology

[Histonet] Diff Quik troubleshooting

Good Morning- Random FNA case where the slides turn blue as they dry. We have tried taking them back through stains, destaining and restaining, etc. FNA smears are air-dried when we receive them on plain slides, unfixed. Any thoughts appreciated. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical

[Histonet] CBG recyler and recycled Formalin

the amount of buffer to add. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2015 14:41:51 -0500 From: Roy, Ryan ryan@va.gov Subject: [Histonet] CBG recyler and recycled Formalin To: histonet

[Histonet] Prostate Biopsies

We do not have a process that occurs at the urology office. Our PA places a colored marker made from Histogel and marking ink into the cassettes and includes that information in the gross dictation. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP

[Histonet] acid fast control tissue

Happy New Year! My current source for acid fast control tissue is no longer available. I would appreciate any direction... Thank you- Nancy Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 ph. 563-690-4142 NOTICE: This email may

[Histonet] Prostate Needle Bx

Our group puts the biopsies between sponges - they don't move around or get tangled and we process them with the small biopsies. Good results. Nancy Schmitt United Clinical laboratories Dubuque, IA Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2014 11:49 AM

[Histonet] Slide and cassette printers

We are using cassette and slide labeling system from General Data - like it a lot! Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA Message: 3 Date: Tue, 16 Sep 2014 17:04:45 -0400 (EDT) From: Kathleen Roberts kgrob...@rci.rutgers.edumailto:kgrob...@rci.rutgers.edu

[Histonet] how long to keep IHC validation materials

We are having a discussion on how long to keep the slides for IHC validation? As long as you have the instrument? Or can the slides be disposed of at some given time (5years?)? Thank you for your input- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories visit us

[Histonet] p16

We use p16 on the BondMax at a 1:4 dilution. There are 11.5 ml in the container when received. Comes from Dako. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA * Message: 12 Date: Thu, 7 Aug 2014 13:06:37 +

[Histonet] questions

cases or other with special instructions. 2. We find that Small bxs and core bxs do well with less than 24 hours. Not sure if that is what you are looking for:) We have a primary embedder each day. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator

[Histonet] P16

Actually comes from Roche..sorry about that. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you are not the intended

[Histonet] control slides

control tissues that are cut ahead)? How long are slides good for? Thank you- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you

[Histonet] safety shower

How often are you testing your safety shower ? Are you always checking for water volume, temperature and clarity? I appreciate your thoughts., Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only

[Histonet] from saline to formalin

Do you know where there might be a reference for….”How long can a specimen be in saline until it should be placed in formalin or other fixative?” Thank you Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged

[Histonet] GATA-3

Hi All- Looking for recommendations on the use of the antibody GATA-3 on the Leica Bond Max. Are you satisfied with the results? Thank you in advance- Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA 52001 visit us at www.uclaccess.com NOTICE: This email may contain

[Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 127, Issue 3

Office Phone: 317-491-6410 Good Luck! Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT(ASCP) United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA _ From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Smith, Denise Sent

[Histonet] negative controls for IHC

We also stopped running negative controls more than a year ago. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories Dubuque, IA From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun

[Histonet] p16

Good Morning! Where are you currently obtaining p16 from? Thanks a bunch! Nancy Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories Please visit our website: http://www.uclaccess.com/ NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information

[Histonet] slides with flimsy coverslip coming off

We received some slides (being used in a school program) - they have flexible plastic coverslips that are coming off and the tissue is adhered to the coverslip. Does anyone have any experience or thoughts on how we might get the tissue to adhere back to the slide? Thank you! Nancy Schmitt HT

[Histonet] wax on the floors

Happy Hump Day! What is everyone doing to clean floors of paraffin? Does anyone have any great secrets to how the floors are cleaned of the debris? Thanks for any input! Nancy Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email may contain

[Histonet] Microtome Blade safety, in or out when not in use?

Hi Leah- We leave the blade in behind the guard and we also lock the wheel when we leave the microtome. Nancy Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA ___ Message: 8 Date: Fri, 25 Oct 2013 12:33:43 +1100 From: Leah Simmons leah_simmon...@hotmail.com

[Histonet] Pathology Assistant

Good Morning- Regulations state that when you have a PA their grossing needs to be reviewed within 24 hours. How is everyone handling this for Friday workload? Thank you for your input- Nancy Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories NOTICE: This email

[Histonet] FW: Dress codes

Not sure if my mail is going through or not... Thank you Nancy Schmitt Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator United Clinical Laboratories 205 Bluff Street Dubuque, IA 52001 563-556-2010 ext. 142 nancy_schm...@pa-ucl.com From: Nancy Schmitt Sent: Tuesday, October 08

[Histonet] AFB stain

We run the AFB on the Dako Artisan - recently it has been coming off with VERY intense blue staining. Tech. support offered a new kit - same problem. We lessened the time and got the same result. All other stains on the Artisan are working. Thoughts are appreciated! Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT

[Histonet] Dragon users

Hi All- we are using Dragon Enterprise and currently using Plantronics wireless headsets - does anyone have any experience with other wireless microphone options? Thanks for your input- NancySchmitt Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information

[Histonet] Recording formalin out times

Total time in formalin is included in our gross description. Nancy Schmitt Dubuque, IA - Message: 13 Date: Sat, 11 May 2013 10:09:21 +0200 From: Gudrun Lang gu.l...@gmx.atmailto:gu.l...@gmx.at Subject: AW: [Histonet] Recording formalin out

[Histonet] RE: Histonet Digest, Vol 113, Issue 31

Michele- I agree with Mr. DeSalvo. These vendors will be HAPPY to come in an set up a demo. Some products are better than others, but it needs to fit into your workflow to be successful. We ended up going with General Data and have been very happy with their product. Nancy Schmitt MLT, HT

[Histonet] Yearly Training

. Nancy Schmitt Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA - From: Cindy Pyse [mailto:cp...@x-celllab.com] Sent: Friday, April 26, 2013 4:49 PM To: 'histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu' Subject: Yearly training Happy Friday Everyone I just

[Histonet] yeast comtamination on surepath

, but I have been impressed with the cytoprep advice I have received here. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly

[Histonet] CD68

Good Morning! CD68 (for the BOND)is backordered until May and I am looking for recommendations - Cellmarque or Biocare? Is there something better? I appreciate your input. Nancy Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only

[Histonet] Type I Water

Good Morning- I feel like I am racking up frequent flier miles on Histonet lately:) We are seeing bacteria in our type I. This requires us to obtain our Type I from another of our lab sites. Do I have any other options? Like tap water? Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) NOTICE: This email may

[Histonet] Type I Water

Type I from another of our lab sites. Do I have any other options? Like tap water? Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT(ASCP) NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you

[Histonet] General Data

from the counter? Any and all information is appreciated! Nancy Schmitt, HT, MLT(ASCP) Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA 52001 NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you

[Histonet] hand pap stains for non-gyn specimens/smears

Good Morning- Would anyone be willing to share their process for pap stains - to include times in all steps and brand of stain you are using. We are trying to clean up some issues we are having. Thanks so much- Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT (ASCP) Histology Coordinator Dubuque, IA NOTICE

[Histonet] fixation

Good Morning- Scenario: a specimen is received and has been in cytology fixative overnight - a cell block is made from (very small) tissue picked out. 1.Can this be run on a program without formalin? 2. Does this need to be in formalin before going on the processor - if so how

[Histonet] congo red

Hi to all- What is your process for pretreating congo red smears? Are you fixing them? We are running the stain on the Dako Artisan staining system. Thanks Nancy NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s)

[Histonet] cytoprep

dried.. 2. Red cell ghosts are NOT clearing I believe there are quite a few Histology labs also performing cytoprep work and I will appreciate any thoughts you may have. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information

[Histonet] cytoprep

Histology labs also performing cytoprep work and I will appreciate any thoughts you may have. Nancy Schmitt HT, MLT Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information is for the use of only the intended recipient(s) even if addressed incorrectly. If you

[Histonet] VIP6 issue

this does not happen. I talked with the rep. and they said they had never heard of this. I know this is not a huge deal, but with new instrumentation I don't think we be cobbling things already. Thank you for any input- Nancy Schmitt Dubuque, IA NOTICE: This email may contain legally

[Histonet] VIP6 issue

Sorry for the confusion - the cassettes lids are not coming off. The lid for the rack which came with the new processor get off kilter during processing allowing the cassettes to float up out of the rack. Nancy NOTICE: This email may contain legally privileged information. The information

[Histonet] VIP6 questions

We do not use the bulk reservoirs at this time - our storeroom is 6 feet away. We do automatically rotate paraffin and love it! Yes - we find the touch screen easy to use. No problems have developed, but it is still very new. Would you share your opinions on these questions? Nancy Schmitt

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