[Histonet] Histological dissection of bone

[Coaker, Terry]

For many years we have "trimmed" bone samples on a band-saw to obtain slices
for decalcification.  The equipment needs replacing.  A risk assessment
indicated that putting a long bone through a band-saw in this way could lead
to someone getting hurt!  Is there a safer way?  Diamond saws are fine for
trimming small pieces but what about femur and humerus?   How do people
handle them safely?


Thankyou

Terry

Terry Coaker
Histopathology Operations Manager
Cellular Pathology
Royal Victoria Infirmary
Queen Victoria Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE1 4LP
0191 282 9120