[NHCOLL-L:5590] PREFER as an alternative fixative to Formalin

[Frederick, Moretta RBCM:EX]

Does anyone have experience with a glyoxal-based fixative called PREFER made by Anatech?  It has been suggested to us as an alternative to formalin fixation of fish.  I would be interested in hearing from anyone using this fixative with fish, invertebrates, and/or herps.

http://www.anatechltdusa.com/productlit/preferlit.html

Thanks,

Moretta
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