[Histonet] hard vs. soft paraffin

[Clare Thornton]

What constitutes "hard" paraffin vs. "soft" paraffin?  Is it just melting point?  What are the characteristics of hard and soft paraffins?  How does water bath temperature play a role?  Which is preferable for avoiding compression of tissue?

thanks,
Clare

Clare J. Thornton, HTL(ASCP), QIHC
Assistant Histology Supervisor
Dahl-Chase Diagnostic Services
417 State Street, Suite 540
Bangor, ME 04401
cthornton <@t> dahlchase.com