Azure B is used for staining semi-thin sections of plant tissue. This dye is also useful in the NCCLS method for blood smears and Lillie's modified Nocht's method for paraffin sections.
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Applications
Azure B is used for staining semi-thin sections of plant tissue. This dye is also useful in the NCCLS method for blood smears and Lillie′s modified Nocht′s method for paraffin sections.
Solubility
Soluble in 1 mg/ml water. Sparingly soluble in alcohol.
Notes
Store in a cool place. Ensure proper ventilation. Keep away from oxidizing agents.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Chen-Xin Cai.; Kuan-Hong Xue. Electrocatalysis of NADH oxidation with electropolymerized films of azure I. J. Electroanal. Chem. 1997, 427 (1-2), 147-153.
- Na Li .; Ruo Yuan.; Yaqin Chai.; Shihong Chen.; Haizhen An.; Wenjuan Li. New Antibody Immobilization Strategy Based on Gold Nanoparticles and Azure I/Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube Composite Membranes for an Amperometric Enzyme Immunosensor. J. Phys. Chem. 2007, 111 (24),8443-8450.