[Histonet] Xylene substitutes

[Mac Donald, Jennifer]

Pros:  aliphatic hydrocarbons are almost odorless and much safer than xylene
Cons:  they take a little longer to clear than xylene and they are not compatible with all mounting media

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Good morning

My lab is thinking about switching to a xylene substitute to reduce the smell and toxicity being emitted from the lab. Could someone discuss the best alternatives to produce optimal results for colon and esophagus biopsies? What are the pros and cons of each?

Thank you,

​Jacque R. Sagasser, HT (ASCP)cm
Gandhi GI Pathology, LLC
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Kettering OH 45429
jsagasser at gandhigi.com
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