FW: [Histonet] clearing agent for gross specimens

[Della Speranza, Vinnie]

Vinnie Della Speranza
Manager for Anatomic Pathology Services
165 Ashley Avenue Suite 309
Charleston, SC 29425
tel. 843-792-6353
fax. 843-792-8974
 

-----Original Message-----
From: Jason McGough [mailto:jmcgough <@t> clinlab.com] 
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 12:25 PM
To: Della Speranza, Vinnie
Subject: RE: [Histonet] clearing agent for gross specimens

We use a home made solution that works very well for lymph node
visualization. Here is our formula:

5L ETOH
3.4L distilled water
1.6L 37-40% Formaldehyde
1L Glacial Acetic Acid

Let me know if I can be of further assistance.

Jason McGough HT(ASCP)
Account Representative - Anatomic Pathology
Clinical Laboratory of the Black Hills
2805 5th Street Suite 210
Rapid City, SD 57701
605-343-2267 Ext 127
605-718-3779 (Fax)
jmcgough <@t> clinlab.com



-----Original Message-----
From: histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu
[mailto:histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu]On Behalf Of Della
Speranza, Vinnie
Sent: Friday, August 21, 2009 10:16 AM
To: Histonet
Subject: [Histonet] clearing agent for gross specimens


I would appreciate hearing from anyone who routinely utilizes a clearing
agent in the gross room to clear fat from tissues to allow lymph nodes to be
visualized.

I am aware of Dissect Aid but would like to learn of other comparable
products.
If individuals are using home made solutions are will to share their formula
I would appreciate receiving that information as well.

Our primary interest is speed of clearing for turnaround time reasons.

I am in the midst of a Histosearch search but it is slow going because most
discussions refer to tissue processing or staining so it's like looking for
a needle in a haystack


Thank you all

Vinnie Della Speranza
Manager for Anatomic Pathology Services
165 Ashley Avenue Suite 309
Charleston, SC 29425
tel. 843-792-6353
fax. 843-792-8974



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