[Histonet] Kisser's Mounting Media (Glycerol jelly)

[Keyser Gerald T]

I'm toying with making my own aqueous mounting media. Although I will not likely use this in actual cases, it would still be nice. Aqueous mounting media is kind of expensive. But, there are some questions that need to be answered.

The Slides need to be kept for 10 years.

- Will the adhesive yellow with time?

- Will the adhesive continue to have complete coverage over time. Over drying? Cracking?

- Since the mounting media is made from glycerin, gelatin, and water, will microbial invasion of the slides be a problem? I can add a anti-microbial agent to the recipe.

Anyone have long term experience with this recipe?