Preservation & Packaging

Question 1

Reason for using fixer

Answer 1

Preservation

Prevention of degradation/necrosis

Question 2

3 fixing fluids

Answer 2

Formalin 10%
Formalin-saline 10%
Neutral buffered formalin

Question 3

How much fixer should be added to a sample

Answer 3

10 parts fixer to 1 part tissue

Question 4

Regulations covering sample postage

Answer 4

United Nations

Post office

Question 5

Regulations for packing of samples for postage

Answer 5

Primary sealed container/slide holder
Total liquid not exceed 50ml
Adequate amount absorbing material
Secondary sealed container (biohazard bag) -
Lab form included
Tertiary sealed container

Question 6

Regulations regarding labelling of package

Answer 6

“Pathological specimen - fragile; handle w/care”
Lab and sender name and address
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