All of our tissues are fixed with Zinc Buffered Formalin.    We use no other
fixative.   The pathologists are happy with the results.
Hazel

> -----Original Message-----
> From:	Lorraine C Smallwood [SMTP:lsmallwo@juno.com]
> Sent:	Thursday, March 29, 2001 11:23 AM
> To:	Histonet@pathology.swmed.edu
> Subject:	Trying to get rid of B-5 fixative for routine GI biopsies
> 
> Our facility would like to get rid of B-5 fixative used routinely for GI
> biopsies.  What are other facilities using as a fixative for GI biopsies?
>  What kind of disposal method do you use for the fixative?  All
> suggestions will be greatly appreciated.
> Thanks in advance.
> Lorraine
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