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Polystyrene latex microsphere, 4.5 micron, 2.5 wt% dispersion in water, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Polystyrene latex microspheres are utilized in flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy, and as calibration particles. It finds a use in the detection of trace amounts of antigens or antibodies in serum, urine, and cerebrospinal fluids. It is also employed as a stimulus responsive particulate emulsifier for oil-in-water emulsion.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
| Physical Form | Dispersion |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in benzene,chloroform,carbon tetrachloride,and cyclohexane. Insoluble in acetone,butane,ethanol,ether,methanol,hexane,phenol,propanol and water. |
| Quantity | 5 mL |
| Concentration or Composition (by Analyte or Components) | 2.5 wt% dispersion in water |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Particle Size | 4.5 Micron |
| Chemical Name or Material | Polystyrene latex microsphere |
Safety and Handling
| RTECSNumber | WL6475000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| storageNote1 | 2°C to 8°C |
| Recommended Storage | Keep cold |
RUO – Research Use Only
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