[Histonet] Sealing Paraffin Blocks

[Horn, Hazel V]

We used to do this years ago.  We no longer seal blocks.   In fact, I
believe you cut away more on a sealed block if the block requires
recutting.

Hazel Horn
Hazel Horn, HT/HTL (ASCP)
Supervisor of Histology
Arkansas Children's Hospital
800 Marshall    Slot 820
Little Rock, AR   72202

phone   501.364.4240
fax        501.364.3912

visit us on the web at:    www.archildrens.org

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Subject: [Histonet] Sealing Paraffin Blocks

What is the current opinion and practice on sealing paraffin blocks
prior 
to filing/archiving them?  What is the pro and con in your opinion?
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