Weigert’s Differentiator

Solution

Ingredient	Amount
Potassium ferricyanide	5 g
Borax	4 g
Distilled water	200 mL

 

Preparation
Dissolve the dry ingredients into the water. Filter.

Notes

• Lillie recommended 2 grams borax.

Reference

Gray, Peter. (1954)
The Microtomist's Formulary and Guide.
Originally published by:– The Blakiston Co.
Republished by:– Robert E. Krieger Publishing Co.
  Citing:–
    Weigert, (1885).
    Fortschritte der medizin.
    Halle, Germany

Lillie, R.D., (1948)
Histopathologic technique
Blakiston, New York, USA.