Re: [Histonet] temporary histotech position
Hi Tasha, I live in Frederick, MD and would be happy to fill in for you. I am board registered HT with 20 years experience. I worked at Meritus Medical Lab for 22 years and then at CVPath Institute. I would be happy to meet with you or send my resume for you review. Kind regards, Ronda Mire 240-217-9881 On Mar 20, 2015, at 2:16 PM, Campbell, Tasha M. tmcam...@fmh.org wrote: Hello everyone, I was wondering if there is anyone out there that does temporary work in histo labs in the Frederick MD area. I run a small GI lab and I will be going on maternity leave in October and we would like someone to fill in. I know that there are temp agencies I can go through, but I thought I would try leaving the middle man out first because we are a small lab and are trying to save money and they can have more costs. I would need someone for 8 wks. The tech would have to accession, gross the biopsies and of course process, embed, cut and stain. I also do warthin starry and ABPAS by hand. There are on average 30 blocks a day and 10 specials a day. You do your own thing. Go at your own pace. Flexible time. No one bothers you. Just as long as the work gets done. It's really a walk in the park. If there is anyone in the area that is willing to do this, please email or call me! Thanks!! Tasha Campbell, B.S.,HTL(ASCP) Frederick Gastroenterology Associates 310 W. 9th St. Frederick, MD 21701 301-695-6800 ext. 144 (w) 304-685-9307 (c) ___ 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] Controls
Slim Jim will work as a control for gram stain. Can you believe people eat this crap? On Mar 5, 2015, at 11:40 AM, Baker, Michael michael.ba...@cchmc.org wrote: Sounds like a plant spreading anti-Slim Jim propaganda. What’s next? Donut holes? Michael Baker, M.D. CCHMC Pathology On Mar 5, 2015, at 10:51 AM, histonet-requ...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu wrote: -- Message: 9 Date: Wed, 4 Mar 2015 14:04:52 -0700 From: Jb craiga...@gmail.com Subject: [Histonet] Controls: To: Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Message-ID: b98f49d1-de91-4675-b53b-a34cfcc43...@gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain;charset=us-ascii Off the wall question, I have been told that slim jims (pepperoni stick) at the gas station can be processed and used as good gram controls. Has anyone done this and do they work for GMS also? Thank you, Sent from my iPhone -- ___ 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] (no subject)
Hello Netters, Anyone happen to know what the recommended humidity level range is for Methylmethacrylate infiltration and embedding is? How about any publications that covers this topic? Thanks Ronda Mire Laboratory Manager/Chief Technologist CVPath Institute 19 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878 301-208-3570 x112 rm...@cvpath.org ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
[Histonet] Exakt benchmarks
Hello Netters, I am seeking information on Exakt technology benchmarks. Those of you using this technology, will you kindly share with me how many specimens/slides can be completed in a work day? I am new to this technology and have been tasked with establishing benchmarks/goals for the lab techs. Thanks Ronda Mire Laboratory Manager/Chief Technologist CVPath Institute 19 Firstfield Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20878 301-208-3570 x112 rm...@cvpath.org ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] RE: p16
Before Ventana had p16, it was only available from MTM labs, if I recall correctly the name. I am not sure if Ventana is the exclusive vendor now or not. Good luck. On Aug 6, 2014, at 3:13 PM, Burnett, Brandy bburn...@capecodhealth.org wrote: I am looking for one as well, I wasn't sure if they owned the patent. Let me know if you find one. Thanks! Brandy Burnett, HTL (ASCP) Cape Cod Hospital From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] on behalf of sarah.dys...@stdavids.com [sarah.dys...@stdavids.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 06, 2014 10:51 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] p16 Does anyone know of a comparable clone to the Ventana p16 clone E6H4? I would prefer it to be undiluted (concentrate) so that we can titrate out the antibody ourselves. We need it to have publications that would back this up and/or stained slide pictures I can show our pathologist. Thanks Sarah E. Dysart, BA, HT (ASCP), QIHC (ASCP) Pathology Supervisor St. David's North Austin Medical Center 12221 North Mopac Expressway Austin, Texas 78758 (512)901-1220 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet ~~ This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential, and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you have received this email in error contact the Help Desk for Cape Cod Healthcare. helpd...@capecodhealth.org ___ 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] Exakt tech
Hello Netters, Anyone in Histoland know of a good Exakt tech? It is a very specialized skill and I need to identify some individuals that have this ability. Thanks for your input Ronda ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Request for copy of old Technicon operation manual
You could try Docstoc if you can't find a copy anywhere else On Jul 19, 2014, at 12:06 PM, gayle callis gayle.cal...@bresnan.net wrote: Dear All, A friend is donating her old Technicon to be used in another country, and needs a copy of the operation manual. If anyone still has this, could they send a scanned pdf copy to me asap.I will forward it to person in need Thank you in advance Gayle Callis HTL/HT/MT(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] looking for equipment
Hi Marie, What are you looking for. I have some items. Ronda Mire CVPath Institute On Jul 17, 2014, at 9:35 AM, Joelle Weaver joellewea...@hotmail.com wrote: Marie Get back in touch with me in about a month if you have not found what you need. I may have most of the basic items ( microtomes, H E stainer, tissue processors, oven, hot plates, other stuff) up for grabs soon. Thank you Joelle Weaver MAOM, HTL (ASCP) QIHC From: tas...@live.com To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Date: Thu, 17 Jul 2014 07:53:26 -0400 Subject: [Histonet] looking for equipment Hi Histonet family, I'm looking for operational histology equipment or ones that might need minor repairs. If anyone wants to get rid of any, can you kindly inform me. I will take care of any shipping expenses. You may contact me Marie (HT)at 410-371-6051 or email me at tas...@live.com Thank you ___ 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] Microtome calibration
Hi Denise, Check with the company that does your PM service. This may be something that is already done during preventative maintenance. On Jul 15, 2014, at 3:02 PM, Long, Denise denise.l...@uconn.edu wrote: Hi Everyone, During a recent inspection we were asked by the inspection team to start calibrating our microtomes. Anyone know of a service vendor that will do this? Referrals, including self-referrals would be greatly appreciated. Thank, Denise M. Long, MS, HTL (ASCP), QIHC University of Connecticut Dept. of Pathobiology and Veterinary Sciences Connecticut Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory 61 N. Eagleville Road, Unit 3089 Storrs, Connecticut 06269-3089 (860) 486-0851 ___ 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] formalin/xylene monitoring
Found it, Thanks !!! On Jul 11, 2014, at 12:49 PM, Vincent Rivera vriv...@westderm.com wrote: Hi Ronda, It is located in the Anatomic Pathology Checklist safety section, I believe. Vincent Rivera, HT (ASCP), QIHC, QLS Histopathology Supervisor West Dermatology Pathology Laboratory vriv...@westderm.com 714-924-7240 (Lab) 714-390-0906 (Cell) -Original Message- From: histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-boun...@lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Ronda Mire Sent: Friday, July 11, 2014 9:41 AM To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Subject: [Histonet] formalin/xylene monitoring Hello Netters I just received my CAP self inspection checklist and I do not see the question regarding Xylene/Formaldehyde monitoring. Has this checklist item been removed? Is monitoring no longer necessary? What gives? I have checked the CAP website but haven't found anything. Ronda Mire CVPath Institute Gaithersburg, MD ___ 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
Fwd: [Histonet] formalin/xylene monitoring
Found it !! Thanks Begin forwarded message: From: Ronda Mire rm...@cvpath.org Subject: [Histonet] formalin/xylene monitoring Date: July 11, 2014 12:41:04 PM EDT To: histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu Hello Netters I just received my CAP self inspection checklist and I do not see the question regarding Xylene/Formaldehyde monitoring. Has this checklist item been removed? Is monitoring no longer necessary? What gives? I have checked the CAP website but haven't found anything. Ronda Mire CVPath Institute Gaithersburg, MD ___ 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] Thermo Shandon Excelsior tissue processor
Hello Netters, I need some suggestions. I recently started a new job in a research facility. They do mostly cardiovascular work and work with stents and valves. I came from clinical and all paraffin. The research lab does paraffin and plastic . Before I started, they attempted to convert a processor that had been used for paraffin processing to a plastic processor. Not much difference in processing, still uses same reagents but of course, no paraffin. The problem is this - no one here seems to know this processor other than pressing start, i have tried unsuccessfully to reprogram the instrument, I have transferred data from the other plastic processor, which is the same model but has always been used for plastics. I can process but I constantly have error codes and alarms. I have never worked with this model of processor before. The suggestion from one of the other techs has been to purchase a new processor. That may be necessary but they paid over $1000 for a company to clean and convert this processor and I think that I should try to get it to work instead of just buying new. Is there anyone out there who can help me with this. We do not have a service contract with Thermo. I am hoping someone works on this type of instrument and can help me get it running properly. Best, Ronda Mire CVPath Institute Gaithersburg, MD ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Thermo Shandon Excelsior tissue processor
The processor is a Thermo Shandon Excelsior On Jul 7, 2014, at 10:59 AM, Grantham, Andrea L - (algranth) algra...@email.arizona.edu wrote: Probably wouldn't be difficult if we knew what processor it was. Andrea Grantham, HT (ASCP) Senior Research Specialist University of Arizona Cellular and Molecular Medicine Histology Service Laboratory P.O.Box 245044 Tucson, AZ 85724 algra...@email.arizona.edu Tel: 520.626.4415 Fax: 520.626.2097 ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Processors again
I do not like the Excelsior, not very user friendly. The VIP is good but my favorite is the Leica Peloris On Jun 12, 2014, at 12:08 PM, anita azdud...@hotmail.com wrote: Sorry to bring this up again but wondering if anyone has used the Milestone Logos One? I have info on the Excelsior, and we curantly have a VIP. Just wanting to get ingo and thoughts on them all. Thanks a bunch!!! Have a great day!!! Anita Dudley Providence Hospital Mobile, Al. ___ 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] cassette tissue baskets for Sakura VIP6
Hello Histonetters, Does anyone in Histoland have an off market source for the metal tissue processing baskets used in the Sakura VIP processor? I need to purchase several of the 150 cassette capacity and several of the 75 cassette capacity. They are super expensive directly from Sakura. Ronda Mire HT (ASCP) Laboratory Manager CVPath Institute Gaithersburg, MD ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
Re: [Histonet] Microtome
Agree, Leica is the best hands down. On Jun 3, 2014, at 5:37 PM, nmhi...@comcast.net wrote: If someone promised me a brand new FREE microtome and it wasn't a LEICA, I'd tell them, no, thanks!. I am not inclined to endorse any other brand and I cannot imagine changing my mind about that. ___ 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] tissue processor regulations
Hello Histonet, I recently started work in a research lab after working in a clinical setting for 20 years. The lab that I was at had all the tissue processors in a separate negative pressure room. The lab that I work at now has the processors out in the main work area. I noticed the fumes instantly and now several of the employees have complained of problems with the fumes. I want to move all the processors away from the cutting areas into a separate room. Any suggestions or comments that I could add to my justification would be helpful. Thanks Ronda Mire Laboratory Manager CVPath Institute Gaithersburg, MD ___ Histonet mailing list Histonet@lists.utsouthwestern.edu http://lists.utsouthwestern.edu/mailman/listinfo/histonet
