Hi all,

We use a 5% solution of Alcian Blue for tissue marking (margins 
mostly).  We now have a new pathologist who says that this 
solution is not "thick" enough.  Since 5g/100mL is about the 
maximum solubility for A. blue, I am at a bit of a loss.  Any 
suggestions for this, or for alternatives would be appreciated.  ps 
she doesn't like using indian ink either!

Cheers,
Aidan

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a i d a n   c   s c h u r r 
     mlso,  histology department
      hutt valley health
       lower hutt, new zealand

     ph.  ++64 4 5709173
     fax  ++64 4 5709214
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