Brilliant Cresyl Blue (Alcoholic Solution) - 500mL

Brilliant Cresyl Blue (Alcoholic Solution) - 500mL, Buy Histological Stains solutions for Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, Hematology Biology Lab from BioTC Labware.

Brilliant cresyl blue is a powder that can range in color from dark green to blue or violet. Its chemical formula is (C17H20ClN3O)2·ZnCl2. This stain is commonly utilized in biological labs for supravital staining purposes. When dissolved in alcohol, brilliant cresyl blue's staining capabilities are improved for specific uses. This particular formulation is advantageous in procedures that require alcohol as a solvent, as it can penetrate cell membranes and tissues more efficiently than aqueous solutions.

Application :

• Brilliant Cresyl Blue in an alcoholic solution is used to stain reticulocytes in blood smears. The dye binds to the ribosomal RNA in reticulocytes, making them visible for counting and assessment under a microscope.
• The alcoholic solution is used to stain nerve tissues, providing clear visualization of cellular components such as Nissl bodies in neurons.
• In histological studies, the dye can be used to stain the cytoplasm of various cell types, aiding in the differentiation and study of cellular structures.

Benefits :

• Provides clear and distinct staining of reticulocytes, nerve tissues, and cytoplasmic components
• Stable and gives consistent results
• Versatile, cost-effective and compatible

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