I use a small humidifier.  About 40% humidity eliminates the static around the
microtome.  I only run it when I'm sectioning so as not to create humidity
related problems with other tasks in the lab.  It is a little more trouble,
making sure that I don't start growing mold, but since I have asthma huffing
is out of the question and breathing is for life support.

KBowden
University of CA, San Diego

Bryan Hewlett wrote:

> To those who replied to this survey so far, many thanks.
> I will be posting a summary of the results in a couple of weeks.
> However, we need to hear from more 'netters', both pro and con, to increase
> the sample size. Also, those with alternatives to 'Huffing' might wish to
> state their case!
>
> Bryan
>
> Bryan R. Hewlett
> Technical Specialist
> Anatomical Pathology
> Hamilton Regional Laboratory Medicine Program
> Ontario, Canada