Table 2.
Name of optional materials (if using formalin).
| Materials | Company | Comments/description |
|---|---|---|
| 10% phosphate-buffered formalin solution | Any | pH-neutral solution for histological tissue (brain) fixation. [Available in most pathology departments, but can also be ordered from Sigma-Aldrich (Product ID: HT501128-4L).] |
| Formaldehyde spill response kits (2×) | Safetec | To safely manage and clean up small formalin spills. [Available from Fisher/Thermo Scientific (Product Name: Safetec Formaldehyde Spill Response Kit; Product ID: 19-314634).] |
| Fume hood | Any | For safety reasons, formalin solution should only be poured/handled in a well-maintained fume hood. (Available in most pathology departments and other “wet lab” spaces.) |
| Face shields | Any | For safety reasons, face shields and other protective clothing should always be worn while pouring/handling formalin solution. (Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased on Amazon.) |
| Chemical-resistant, shoulder-length gloves | Any | For safety reasons, chemical-resistant gloves and other protective clothing should always be worn while pouring/handling formalin solution. (Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased on Amazon.) |
| Baritainer (for chemical waste disposal) | Any | For discarding excess formalin solution. (Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased on Amazon.) |
| Formalin-neutralizing solution | Any | For neutralizing excess formalin solution. [Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased through Fisher/Thermo Scientific (Product Name: Formalex™; Product ID: 3120131).] |
| Heavy-duty (4 or 6 mil) polypropylene tubing (12″ wide) | Any | For placing around the MRI-compatible brain container before putting it in the MRI system (in case of small drips/leaks from the lid). (Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased on Amazon.) |
| Industrial heat impulse sealer (at least 12″ wide) | Any | For sealing the polypropylene tubing around the MRI-compatible brain container before putting it in the MRI system (in case of small drips/leaks from the lid). (Available in most pathology departments, but can also be purchased on Amazon.) |