Parasitological preservative for fecal samples

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1995-09-29

1997-03-04

Alexander, Lyle A.

Chemistry: analytical and immunological testing

Including sample preparation

Stabilizing or preserving

436174, 436 18, G01N 128

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056078706

ABSTRACT:
This invention provides methods and compositions for the analysis of parasites in fecal samples. A parasitological fixative is provided which contains glyceraldehyde, a salt of an organic acid, organic solvent and water. The parasitological fixative does not contain formaldehyde, formalin or other harmful chemicals commonly associated with fixative compositions. The invention further describes a slide fixative composition comprising a protein solution, glycerin and an adhesion enhancing agent which improves the adhesion of sample components to a microscope slide.

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patent: 2267290 (1941-12-01), Somerville et al.
patent: 3546334 (1970-12-01), Lerner et al.
patent: 3997656 (1976-12-01), Wertlake et al.

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