Amyloid Stain Kit (Congo Red),
500mL
MER AMY1

Amyloid Stain Kit (Congo Red),
500mL
MER AMY1

The Amyloid Stain Kit (Congo Red) is intended for use in the histological visualization of amyloid in tissue sections. Examination under a polarizing microscope results in green birefringence of amyloid. Congo Red binds amyloid by hydrogen bonds with amyloid fibers in a highly oriented linear manner. Linear bound amyloid will exhibit green birefringence under polarized light. Kit Contents: 500mL Congo Red Solution, 500mL Hematoxylin, 500mL Bluing Reagent Expected Results: Amyloid (Red to Pink), Erythrocytes (Light Orange), Eosinophil Granules (Orange to Red), Nuclei (Blue) Suggested Controls: Freshly cut FFPE sections containing amyloid. It has been reported that birefringence of pre-cut sections weakens over time. Cut sections 8-10 microns for optimal visualization of amyloid deposit birefringence. Each component of the Amyloid (Congo Red) Stain Kit may also be purchased separately