RDO Rapid Decalcifier procedures
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RDO DECALCIFICATION TIME CHART
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Bone Type
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Mouse
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Hamster
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Rat
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Rabbit
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Monkey
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Dog
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Turbinates
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Whole Heads 4 hours, check
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8-10 Hours
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8-10 Hours
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12...
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12...
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12...
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Femur
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45 minutes
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2 Hours
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2-3 Hours
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8-10 Hours
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12...
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12...
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Sternum
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35-45 Minutes
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1 Hour
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1 Hour
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6-8 Hours
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6-8 Hours
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6-8 Hours
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Rib
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45 Minutes
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1-2 Hours
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1-2 Hours
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4-6 Hours
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6 Hours
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6 Hours
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Vertebrae
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1 Hour
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2 Hours
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2 Hours
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6 Hours
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6 Hours
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6 Hours
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All tissues should be checked at least halfway through the time given.
12... = Check regularly for desired endpoint
Decalcification times prepared by Mary Parker, Durham, NC.
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