BD, 552658, 10X Zinc Fixative (Formalin Free)

10X Zinc Fixative must be diluted 1:10 in sterile water prior to use. For optimal immunohistochemical preservation of antigens, Zinc Fixative is recommended prior to processing and embedding into paraffin blocks. Fix tissues by placing freshly dissected tissue pieces (no larger than 3 mm in thickness) in Zinc Fixative and allowing to sit 24-48 hr at room temperature. Tissue can then be processed according to a normal processing schedule with the exception of 1X Zinc Fixative in station # 1 in place of 10% neutral buffered formalin. Tissue can then be embedded into a paraffin block for storage until microtome sectioning. Danger: 10X Zinc Fixative (formalin free) contains 4.42% zinc chloride (w/w). Hazard Statements Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Precautionary Statements Wear protective clothing / eye protection. Wear protective gloves. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Store undiluted at room temperature.
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