Methylene Blue Solution
1%
Reagent
Code: #93334
CAS Number
61-73-4
science Other reagents with same CAS 61-73-4
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Molecular Information
Weight
319.85 g/mol
Formula
C₁₆H₁₈ClN₃S
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Registry Numbers
MDL Number
MFCD00012111
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Storage & Handling
Storage
room temperature, dry
description Product Description
Methylene Blue Solution is widely used in medical settings as a diagnostic tool and treatment. It is employed in surgeries to help identify sentinel lymph nodes in cancer patients, aiding in the accurate removal of affected tissue. Additionally, it is used to treat methemoglobinemia, a condition where blood cannot effectively carry oxygen, by converting methemoglobin back to hemoglobin. In microbiology, it serves as a staining agent to visualize bacteria and other microorganisms under a microscope, enhancing the contrast of cellular structures. It is also used in aquaculture to treat fungal and parasitic infections in fish, improving their health and survival rates. Furthermore, it plays a role in research as a redox indicator in biochemical experiments, helping to monitor oxidation-reduction reactions.
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| Test Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | liquid |
| Concentration | 1% |