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Label microscope slides in pencil with:
Spread material directly onto a pre-labelled microscope slide.
Fix immediately in alcohol i.e. fully immerse in a container of alcohol whilst the specimen is still wet.
Remove after 15 minutes.
Allow slides to air dry.
Place into a plastic slide transport box and send to the laboratory.
Please note:
See UKAS Accreditation and tests