Alcian Blue is a dye that stains sulfated proteoglycan present in cartilage tissues, which is an indicator cell chondrogenesis. This kit contains 1% Alcian Blue Solution, 0.1% Nuclear Fast Red in convenient, ready-to-use solutions. At pH 2.5, Alcian Blue stains acid mucopolysaccharides and shows a blue color, while Nuclear Fast Red stains nuclei pink to red and cytoplasm pale pink [1].
Product Use
This kit is for research use only. Not for use in animals, humans, or diagnostic procedures.
Shipping
Room temperature.
Reference
[1] Steedman, H.F. (1950). Alcian blue 8GS: A new stain for mucin. Quarterly Journal of Microscopic Science, Vol 91, p477-479.