Description
Neisser's solution III, for microscopy, Density (D) ~1 g/cm³, Boiling point (bp) ~100 °C
The Neisser stain is a microbiological stain for visualising the polar bodies in the cytoplasm of gram-positive bacteria. This staining is used to identify diphtheria bacteria.
Cells are stained with methylene blue and crystal violet in acidic solution and then counterstained with chrysoidin solution. Polyphosphate granules appear black-violet in the yellow-brown stained cells.
Not a medical device / Not an IVD product
Compliance & Safety Information
Warning
Hazard Statements (H-Phrases)
H371
May cause damage to organs
H412
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements (P-Phrases)
P273
P273 – No description available
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P308+P311
P308+P311 – No description available