Product overview Alcian Blue is typically prepared at an acidic pH of 2.5 and is used to detect acidic mucopolysaccharides and acidic mucins. It is applied in histopathology to highlight mucosubstances (including increases observed in mesotheliomas) and changes in vascular walls such as in early atherosclerotic lesions.
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SKU: 38016SS3
Bundle name: Alcian Blue Selectech Special Stain Kit
Brand: Leica Biosystems
Stain type / Application Special stain for histological detection of acidic mucopolysaccharides and mucins; recommended at pH 2.5.
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Technical specifications
Brand: Leica Biosystems
Product name: Alcian Blue Selectech Special Stain Kit
SKU: 38016SS3
Stain type / Application: Special stain (histology)
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