Product for the preparation of cyto-histological samples for optical microscopy.
Application
Cryostatic sections of 8 microns of human skeletal muscle. Valuation of the alkaline phosphatase activity.
Alkaline phosphatase is particularly useful in revealing sites of phagocytosis and inflammation in muscle biopsy specimens.
Method
1) Put restoration solution (reagent C) into lyophilized powder (reagent A).
2) Shake until dissolution.
3) Add the reconstituted reagent A solution to the reagent B. Shake until dissolution.
4) Incubate sections in the obtained solution (A+B+C) at 37°C for 1 hour.
5) Wash in distilled water
6) Fix in 10% formalin, 10 minutes
7) Wash in tap water, 5 minutes
8) Mount with aqueous mounting medium.
We recommend using the working solution (step 4 of the method) just prepared and discard after use.
Results
Positive alkaline phosphatase enzymatic activity: black
Background: ochre yellow
Warning and precaution
Storage Stability Disposal REVISION N° The product is intended for professional laboratory use for healthcare professionals. Carefully read the information on the label (danger symbols, risk, and safety phrases) and always consult the safety data sheet. Do not use if the primary container is damaged. In the event of a serious accident, we recommended that you immediately inform BioOptica Milano S.p.A and the competent authorities.
Disposal
Hazardous preparation: observe all state and local environmental regulations regarding waste disposal.