Description
Propidiumiodide, min. 95 %, p.a., Molar mass (M) 668,4 g/mol, Storage temp. +4 °C, CAS No. 25535-16-4, EC No. 247-081-0, Empirical formula C27H34I2N4
Fluorescent dye with specific DNA-binding capacity. Like ethidium bromide it intercalates between base pair stacks of DNA. Used for detection of mycoplasms in cell cultures, for quantitative DNA measurement and for chromosome counter staining. In Annexin staining it is used for counter staining of the nuclei (detection of apoptotic cells).
Technical Information
| Dyeing | dead cells red fluorescent |
| Max. excitation (DNA-bound) | 535 nm |
| Max. excitation (unbound) | 488 nm |
| Emissions max. (DNA-bound) | 617 nm |
| Emissions maximum | 590 nm |
| Use | vitality test |
Compliance & Safety Information
Avertissement
Hazard Statements (H-Phrases)
H315
Causes skin irritation
H319
Causes serious eye irritation
H335
May cause respiratory irritation
H341
Suspected of causing genetic defects
Precautionary Statements (P-Phrases)
P261
P261 – No description available
P280
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P302+P352
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P305+P351+P338
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.