[Histonet] microwaves in labs

[Joe Nocito]

see, this is why I have problems with CAP. Describe manufacturer's 
instructions. Do these people have stock in microwave vendors? They throw 
out questions like this and then expect everyone to pay $35,000 for a 
microwave. It's ludicrous.

I'll take the phase II and rebut it later.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Marla Thomas" <mthomas <@t> littonlab.com>
To: <histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:28 AM
Subject: RE: [Histonet] microwaves in labs


>
> Let the flaming begin!
>
> CAP Question ANP.27170 states "Are microwave devices used in accordance 
> with
> manufacturer's instructions?"
>
> If you are CAP inspected you will need to have a microwave for Laboratory
> use.
>
> As far as safety is concerned, you still need to have them under a hood or
> vented to the outside, calibrate temps and check for leakage. You just get
> to pay more for the microwave.
>
> Marla Thomas, HT(ASCP)
> HIPAA/Compliance/IT Manager
> Litton Pathology Associates, PC
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> Blue Springs, MO 64015
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
> [mailto:histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Bartlett,
> Jeanine (CDC/CCID/NCZVED)
> Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 9:54 AM
> To: Joe Nocito; Histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
> Subject: RE: [Histonet] microwaves in labs
>
> Thanks for your feedback Joe.  It is much appreciated.
>
>
> Jeanine Bartlett
> Infectious Disease Pathology Branch
> (404) 639-3590
> jeanine.bartlett <@t> cdc.hhs.gov
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Joe Nocito [mailto:jnocito <@t> satx.rr.com]
> Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:49 AM
> To: Bartlett, Jeanine (CDC/CCID/NCZVED);
> Histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
> Subject: Re: [Histonet] microwaves in labs
>
> Jeanine,
> we use a home microwave that has a counter top fume hood over it. We
> calibrate the temp twice a year. While checking the temps, we also check
> for microwave leakage.
> Now, here I go again. I have my flame retardant suit on because I can
> already feel the flames coming.
>    Some people are saying you have to use a laboratory grade microwave
> and not a home use one. I agree with this statement 100%, if you are
> processing tissue. If you are just using the microwave to perform
> special stains or the occasional heat slides, I don't see the need to
> spend all that money on a lab grade microwave.
>    I've been using microwaves for specials for over 20 years and with
> the exception of the rare over heating of Carbol Fuschin (big mess) I've
> never had a microwave blow up. And you have to admit, the microwaves
> today are a lot safer than the ones 20 years ago.
>
> JTT
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Bartlett, Jeanine (CDC/CCID/NCZVED)" <jqb7 <@t> CDC.GOV>
> To: <Histonet <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu>
> Sent: Tuesday, August 21, 2007 12:58 PM
> Subject: [Histonet] microwaves in labs
>
>
> Hi all:
>
> I'd like to know how many of you out there use non-laboratory grade
> microwaves for specials stains.......specifically for heating
> methenamine-silver for a GMS. For those that do, are there any safety
> issues of which you are aware?
>
> Thanks for your help!
>
> Jeanine Bartlett, BS, HT(ASCP)QIHC
> Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
> Infectious Diseases Pathology Branch
> 1600 Clifton Road, MS/G-32
> 18/SB-114
> Atlanta, GA  30333
> (404) 639-3590
> jeanine.bartlett <@t> cdc.hhs.gov
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