Decalcifying Solutions
- Shelf Life is one year from date manufactured unless otherwise stated.
- Store at 15-30°C unless otherwise stated.
- H = Hazardous
Technical Notes: Proper fixation is of critical importance when decalcifying bone. Improperly fixed tissues will exhibit poor morphology following decalcification. 10% Phosphate Buffered Formalin is the recommended fixative although some applications may require a different fixative. The choice of fixative should be determined by the user.
Decalcification End-Point Set #1051: Used to determine complete decalcification if radiography is not available.
Decalcifying Solution, HCL/EDTA
(use: Excellent for bone marrows. Gentle but quick!)
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- Shelf Life is 2 years from date of manufacture.
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Decalcification End Point Set
(use: Determination of complete decalcification of specimen.)
Solution A: Ammonium Hydroxide, Aqueous 250 ml
Solution B: Ammonium Oxalate, Aqueous 250 ml