[Histonet] RE: Cell block preparation

[Hannen, Valerie]

We wrap our fluid blocks in paper, and I have not had a problem with cross-contamination.

Valerie A. Hannen, MLT(ASCP),HTL,SU(FL)
Histology Section Chief
Parrish Medical Center
951 N. Washington Ave.
Titusville, Florida 32976
Phone:(321) 268-6333 ext. 7506
Fax: (321) 268-6149
valerie.hannen <@t> parrishmed.com
 

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From: histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu [mailto:histonet-bounces <@t> lists.utsouthwestern.edu] On Behalf Of Dessoye, Michael J
Sent: Friday, March 29, 2013 12:41 PM
To: Histonet
Subject: [Histonet] Cell block preparation

Hello Histonet,
 
What is everyone doing regarding cell block preparation?  We have been using sponges for processing but we've had a recent contamination issue that may be attributable to the sponges (fluid types vary but mostly pleural fluids).  We will be testing sponges, biopsy bags, and paper...
anyone have a method they prefer?
 
Michael J. Dessoye, M.S. | Histology Supervisor | Wilkes-Barre General Hospital | An Affiliate of Commonwealth Health | mjdessoye <@t> commonwealthhealth.net | 575 N. River Street | Wilkes Barre, PA 18764 | Tel: 570-552-1432 | Fax: 570-552-1526 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

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