DAPI is a commonly used nuclear counterstain for fixed cells that emits blue fluorescence upon binding to the minor groove of dsDNA. DAPI Fixed Cell Stain is formulated in a ready-to-use solution that is provided in a convenient-to-use dropper bottle. Just tip and drip two drops per ml to stain your cells. DAPI is widely used for nuclear and chromosome counterstain, showing a distinct banding pattern in chromosomes.
Key Features
• No need to dilute, weigh, or pipette.
• Convenient dropper bottle—just use two drops per ml.
• Excited by UV light and emits blue fluorescence at 460 nm when bound to DNA.
Specifications
1. Ex/Em: 358/460 nm
Applications
Nuclei stain
Component
1. DAPI Fixed Cell Stain: 10 ml
Storage
Store at 4°C and protect from light.