[Histonet] PPE for Fresh Tissues

[Ludlow Patricia]

Hi all

I have a question for everyone pertaining to handling fresh tissue (ie: lung or lymphnode tissue for open lung or lymphoma protocols) that may be known or suspect for TB.   When handling fresh tissue, what type of PPE do you wear (ie:  gloves, labcoat, N95 mask, eye shield, goggles other?) and do you handle it in a grossing hood or do you use a Biological Safety Cabinet?  Do you have special engineering controls in place?  Also, is staff routinely given TB tests at your hospital?

Thank you

Pat Ludlow
Technical Specialist/Supervisor Histology
HRLMP
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