Jaundice

Question 1

Jaundice = antemortem discolouration, caused by:

Answer 1

Buildup of bilirubin in blood stains tissues yellow

Question 2

Main problem = Yellow discolouration

Answer 2

Oxidation reaction with acidic pH of formaldehyde can turn yellow discolouration green

Question 3

Treatment #1

Answer 3

Use jaundice fluid -> low formaldehyde, dyes in formulation

Question 4

Treatment #2

Answer 4

Use preinjection solution to flush out discolouration (ony for mild cases w/out edema)

Question 5

Treatment #3

Answer 5

Use large volumes of mild arterial solution -> good when jaundice fluids not available but risks inadequate preservation

Question 6

Treatment #4

Answer 6

Use specially formulated cavity fluid as arterial fluid -> should bleach discolouration

Question 7

Treatment #5

Answer 7

Use bleaching coinjection fluids (if available, only for mild cases)

Question 8

Treatment #6

Answer 8

Use counterstaining method -> inject numerous batches with different formulations to stain and preserve tissues

Question 9

Other treatments;

Answer 9

1. Use restricted cervical injection
2. Use cosmetics & proper lighting for viewing
3. Use fluid dyes