Gary,

All our specimens from surgery are received fresh, bagged and have been 
for years.

Victor

Victor Tobias
Clinical Applications Analyst
University of Washington Medical Center
Dept of Pathology Room BB220
1959 NE Pacific
Seattle, WA 98195
victor@pathology.washington.edu
206-598-2792
206-598-7659 Fax
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Martin, Gary wrote:
> The surgery department we work with is stating that the bags
> (manufacturer Bitran) are leaking in the surgery suites and that the
> staff cannot deal with the leaks and the smell.  They would like to
> deliver all specimens fresh.  
>
> My question is; how are those of you that receive specimens in a
> hospital from surgery receiving them.  
>
>  
>
> Thank you 
>
> Gary 
>
> California
>
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