Orcein [CAS 1400-62-0]

Orcein is an irreversible stain that specifically targets elastic fibers and can interact hydrophobically with the protein components in elastic fibers. Orcein makes elastic fibers in tissues appear purple or purple-red. Orcein can be used for morphological studies of Drosophila polytene chromosomes and for qualitative and quantitative analysis of elastic fibers, collagen fibers and other components in atherosclerotic plaques[1][2].

[1400-62-0]

[Orcein]

Biochemical Assay Reagents

95

DMSO : 100 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C) |Ethanol : < 1 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C)

4°C (Powder, protect from light)

Room Temperature

H315, H319

H315, H319