I want to thank you all for you timely responses to my CJD problem with the
brain biopsy.  I would like to especially thank Jennifer Hofecker who gave
the teleconference and took the time to call me yesterday morning before the
surgery.  I did the formic acid bit and hand processed the specimen.  It
came out beautifully.  My original question was because my pathologist did
not want to use the formic acid.  However, she did change her mind and all
went well.  Our whole staff felt better knowing we were trying to take
whatever precautions we could.  Thanks again.  Now  I'm off for some much
needed PTO. :-)

Karla Carson HT/HTL(ASCP)
Regional Pathology Supervisor	
Mercy Healthcare Sacramento
916-453-4494
kcarson@chw.edu <mailto:kcarson@chw.edu>