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Description
- 2,3,5-Triphenyltetrazolium Chloride is commonly used in biochemical experiments especially to indicate cellular respiration
- TTC has been employed in autopsy pathology to assist identification of post-mortem myocardial infarctions
- Healthy viable heart muscle will stain deep red from the cardiac lactate dehydrogenase while areas of potential infarctions will be more pale
- Useful indicator for reducing substances
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 243°C to 250°C (literature) |
| Color | White |
| Linear Formula | C19H15N4Cl |
| Quantity | 10 g |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol, alcohol, water (10mg/mL - clear, colorless solution) or acetone. Insoluble in ether. |
| Formula Weight | 334.8 |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Chemical Name or Material | 2,3,5-TRIPHENYL TETRAZOLIUM CHLORIDE |
Safety and Handling
| Recommended Storage | +4°C, protect from light |
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