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Sigma-Aldrich

Reticulocyte Stain

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UNSPSC Code:
41116121
NACRES:
NA.47

form

solution

Quality Level

500

shelf life

Expiry date on the label.

IVD

for in vitro diagnostic use

technique(s)

microbe id | staining: suitable

application(s)

hematology
histology

storage temp.

room temp

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Application

Utilizes New Methylene Blue for the identification of reticulocytes in blood films. Reticulocyte Stain has been used in the detection of reticulocytes.

Principle

Blood and reticulocyte staining solution (New Methylene Blue) are mixed and incubated briefly at room temperature. Wedge or spun smears are made on microscope slides, air dried and evaluated under oil immersion on a light microscope. A red blood cell scoring positive would be observed containing two or more blue-stained granules.

Storage Class Code

12 - Non Combustible Liquids

WGK

WGK 2

Flash Point(F)

Not applicable

Flash Point(C)

Not applicable

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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