Learn More
Biotium Calcofluor White Stain, 5 mM in Water. 20ml
Supplier: Biotium 29067
Calcofluor White is a fluorescent blue dye that binds to cellulose and chitin, which can be found in the cell walls of fungi, algae, and plants. In budding yeast Calcofluor White stains bud scars more strongly, because they have a higher concentration of chitin. Calcofluor White is sometimes used to identify fungal infections in medical samples. Calcofluor White also stains gram-positive bacteria, but not gram-negative bacteria or mammalian cells. Properties: Provided as a 5 mM solution in water; Ex/Em 360/430 nm; Store at -20¿C, protected from light; C40H44N12O10S2; MW: 916.98
By clicking Submit, you acknowledge that you may be contacted by Fisher Scientific in regards to the feedback you have provided in this form. We will not share your information for any other purposes. All contact information provided shall also be maintained in accordance with our Privacy Policy.