WRIGHT`S STAIN
WRIGHT`S STAIN For microscopical staining
It is used primarily to stain peripheral blood smears and bone marrow aspirates which are examined under a light microscope. In cytogenetics it is used to stain chromosomes to facilitate diagnosis of syndromes and diseases.
Short Name: WRIGHT`S STAIN
Synonym: Eosin Methylene blue according to Wright
Basic Details
Article No.
LG4794
Grade
For microscopical staining
Purity
CAS No.
68988-92-1
HS Code
3204.9000
Shelf Life
60 Months
Packings Avialable
Physical Properties
Physical state at 20 °C
Solid
Colour
Greenish black
Odour
Odorless
Chemical Specifications
Appearance
Greenish black/blue crystalline powder
Absorption maxima in methanol (λmax1)
640 - 648 nm
Absorption maxima in methanol (λmax2)
522 - 525 nm
Specific absorptivity 1%/1cm (at λmax1)
Min 1100
Specific absorptivity 1%/1cm (at lmax2)
Min 650
Suitability (for microscopy)
Passes test
Loss on drying (at 110°C)
Max 10%
Safety Information & Hazard Symbols
Symbol
GHS05, GHS07
Signal Word
Danger
Hazardous Statement
H302-H318
Precaution Statement
P280-P305 + P351 + P338