Buffered Formal Saline 100ml Cpd
General Drug Information and Indications
Buffered formalin saline for tissue fixation and histopathology sample preservation; not a therapeutic drug.
10% neutral buffered formalin (NBF) — tissue fixative. Mechanism: formaldehyde cross-links amino groups in proteins (Schiff base formation) and nucleic acids → prevents enzymatic autolysis and microbial decomposition → preserves cellular morphology for histopathological examination. Phosphate buffer maintains neutral pH preventing acid degradation of chromatin.
Key information
Tissue fixative — NOT a medication. For histopathology specimen preservation only. Corrosive — avoid skin and mucous membrane contact. Dispose of as hazardous waste.
How to Give this Medication
Laboratory fixative — pour into specimen container containing fresh tissue. Ratio: 10:1 fixative to tissue volume. Handle with gloves and in well-ventilated area. Not for patient administration.
If a dose is missed
This medication is administered by a veterinarian or veterinary staff in a clinical setting. Missed doses are managed by your veterinary team — contact your veterinarian to reschedule.
Side Effects
Formalin: toxic if ingested/inhaled (mucosal irritant, carcinogen). Avoid skin/eye contact. Tissue fixative — not for systemic use.
Precautions
For animals
Tissue fixative — not for use in living animals. External laboratory use only.
For people handling this medication
Wear gloves when handling. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Formalin fixative — carcinogenic and irritating. Use in ventilated area. Avoid skin/eye/inhalation exposure. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Overdose
Tissue fixative — NOT a medication. Toxic if ingested or inhaled. Contact Poison Control if human exposure occurs (800-222-1222). Contact your veterinarian, a veterinary emergency clinic, or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) immediately. Do not induce vomiting unless specifically directed by a veterinary professional.
Buffered Formal Saline 100ml Cpd dosage forms
| Product | Strength | Form | Size | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUFFERED FORMAL SALINE 100ML CPD | — | — | 1 | Compound |
Sources
This information is provided for educational purposes and is not a substitute for advice from your veterinarian. Source: Standard laboratory practice