Congo red (1% aqueous)Solution

Description

Congo red (1% aqueous)Solution is a ready made stain reported to be used as a negative stain for bacteria and spirochaetes
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Application

For microbiological / pathological laboratories, hospitals, research settings and educational institutes. These stains augment tissue morphology, demonstrate important cellular components, aid in the evaluation of diseases, and identifies pathogenic organisms.
Classification

Negative Staining Stains
Composition

Congo Red 10 gm, Distilled water 1000ml
Appearance

Intense red solution
Clarity

Clear without any particles.
Microscopic Examination

Negative staining is carried out. Staining characteristics of organism is observed under microscope by using oil immersion lens
Results

NA
Storage

Store below 30°C in tightly closed container and away from bright light.
Shelf Life

Use before expiry date on label.
Technical Data
Data Sheet

NA
Conjugation

red dye
Additional description

The volume (ml) in milliliters of buffered % w/v solutions at the medium pH are also used for DNA extraction Organic (Phenol-Chloroform) Extraction, Non-Organic (Proteinase K and Salting out), Chelex (Ion Exchange Resin) Extraction, EDTA or PBS aqueous.