Product Data Sheet
Toluidine Blue
Catalog No. B21300
Toluidine Blue, an alkaline quinonimine dye, demonstrates a strong affinity for acidic tissue components, effectively staining nuclei blue and polysaccharides purple. This reagent exhibits heterostaining properties, enabling visualization of mast cells, mucins, and chondrocytes. Additionally, Toluidine Blue is employed in the histological analysis of plant tissues and is utilized as a diagnostic aid for identifying malignant lesions, including cancerous tissues. Its versatile staining capabilities make it a valuable tool in both medical and botanical research applications.
Chemical Information
| Catalog Num | B21300 |
|---|---|
| M. Wt | 305.83 |
| Formula | C15H16ClN3S |
| Purity | >98% |
| Storage | at -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base) |
| CAS No. | 92-31-9 |
| Synonyms | Toluidine Blue O |
| SMILES | CC1=CC2=C([S+]=C3C=C(N(C)C)C=CC3=N2)C=C1N.[Cl-] |
Biological Activity
| Description | Toluidine Blue, an alkaline quinonimine dye, demonstrates a strong affinity for acidic tissue components, effectively staining nuclei blue and polysaccharides purple. This reagent exhibits heterostaining properties, enabling visualization of mast cells, mucins, and chondrocytes. Additionally, Toluidine Blue is employed in the histological analysis of plant tissues and is utilized as a diagnostic aid for identifying malignant lesions, including cancerous tissues. Its versatile staining capabilities make it a valuable tool in both medical and botanical research applications. |
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Adooq’s Unconditional Return Policy ensures a smooth online shopping experience for our customers. If you are in any way unsatisfied with your purchase, you may return any item(s) within 7 days of receiving it. In the event of product quality issues, either protocol related or product related problems, you may return any item(s) within 365 days from the original purchase date. Please follow the instructions below when returning products.
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Adooq products are transported at room temperature. If you receive the product at room temperature, please rest assured, the Adooq Quality Inspection Department has conducted experiments to verify that the normal temperature placement of one month will not affect the biological activity of powder products. After collecting, please store the product according to the requirements described in the datasheet. Most Adooq products are stable under the recommended conditions.
