DESCRIPTION
Methylene blue stain is a general biological stain. This methylene blue stain is a 1% aqueous solution, and can be substituted for Janus Green B stain or Carmine stain.
What does methylene blue stain?
Methylene blue can be used to stain or highlight parts of animal, bacteria, and blood tissue specimens. Methylene blue stains acidic cell parts (like the nucleus) blue; it's a good counter-stain with Eosin Y.
| Formula | C16H18ClN3S |
| Form | Solution |
| CAS # | Mixture |
| DOT Classification | Non-Regulated |
| Storage Code | Green |
| Shelf Life | 36 Months |
| Common Uses | Dye, staining agent |
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