How long are the decalcification times with Rapid Cal?
Decalcification times will ultimately depend on how large the specimen is. Here is a general chart to follow: 11 gauge 35 minutes 8 gauge 50 minutes Generally, the times on decalcification are much faster than these however, these are the recommended times. Degradation of histology and over decalcification will only occur after 48 hours. ↑ Back to Top • How long do I fix tissues in B-Plus? Fixation times ultimately depend on how large the tissue is; however, the minimum time for maximum nuclear detail is approximately 2.5-3 hours. Over-fixation is not a problem with B-Plus, in fact, leaving tissues in B-Plus for extended periods of time will only improve your histologic results. ↑ Back to Top • How long does Powdered Formalin? Powdered Formalin takes about 5-15 minutes to mix. The warmer the water, the faster it goes. If you do not have access to warm or hot water in your lab, cold water will be fine however it will take a bit longer to mix. ↑ Back to Top • How many blocks can I put th
