I do trim my paraffin blocks for our bx's. The paths want at least three
levels and it just seems more cost and time efficient to fit them all on
one block. 
Betsy M.

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> From: 	Patrick M. Haley [SMTP:pmhales@cybergap.net]
> Sent: 	Friday, March 17, 2000 4:44 PM
> To: 	Histonet
> Subject: 	Paraffin Block Trimming
> 
> Hello fellow HistoNetters,
>     This is an informal survey question to all you microtomists.
> When you have small specimens (skin and GI biopsies, ect), who among
> you
> trims the excess paraffin from the block to allow for more sections
> per
> slide?
> I am having a debate with a fellow technologist, this person believes
> it is
> a waste of time.
> I believe the more information you can place on the slide, the better
> for
> the patient/client and the tech. (fewer recut to deal with).
> Please answer me directly,  I will post the results at a later date.
> 
> Many thanks.
> 
> Pat Haley
> HTN, inc.
> www.histology.net
> 
> 
> 
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