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Invitrogen™ Acridine Orange
Description
Acridine Orange emits green fluorescence when bound to dsDNA and red fluorescence when bound to ssDNA or RNA. This unique characteristic makes acridine orange useful for cell-cycle studies. Acridine orange has also been used as a lysosomal dye. This dye is available in solution (A-3568).
Apoptosis, Cell Analysis, Cell Cycle, Cell Structure, Cell Tracing & Tracking, Cell Viability & Cytotoxicity, Cell Viability, Proliferation & Function, DNA Fragmentation, Nucleus, Nucleoli & Nuclear Envelope, Organelle Tracing
Specifications
Specifications
| Color | Orange |
| Content And Storage | Store at room temperature and protect from light. |
| Excitation Wavelength Range | 500⁄526 (DNA), 460⁄650 (RNA) |
| Dye Type | Cell-Permeant |
| For Use With (Equipment) | Fluorescence Microscope |
| Quantity | 1 g |
| Detection Method | Fluorescence |
| Shipping Condition | Room Temperature |
| Label Type | Fluorescent Dye |
| Product Type | Dye |
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Safety and Handling
- acridine orange
- Warning
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 2
- H341-Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : acridine orange
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
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