Staining solution reagent P.A.S.M.

for histologyfor cytology

Minimum number of tests that can be performed 100 Completion time 1 hour 15 minutes Shelf life 1 year Storage conditions 2-8°C Additional equipment Oven Application Method used for viewing argyrophilic elements and mucopolysaccharides (basal membranes, mycetes, bacteria, etc.) on tissue sections. It is the method of choice for studying the basal membrane in renal biopsy Result Basal membranes, glycogen, dish of mycetes and bacteria Product for the preparation of cyto-histological samples for optical microscopy. To show argyrophilic elements and mucopolysaccharides (basal membranes, mycetes, bacteria etc.) in tissue sections. Recommended method to examine basal membrane in renal biopsy. PRINCIPLE Periodic acid reacts with glycolic and glycoaminic groups in mucopolysaccharide chain oxidising them to aldehydic groups and thus breaking the chain itself. These newly formed aldehydic groups reduce silver chloride, which is part of the silvermethenamine complex, to metallic silver and make it visible. WARNING For good results, follow these rules: - Always use excellent and chlorine-free distilled or deionized water. - Use only perfectly clean glassware. - As in all reactions with silver salts, it is essential to use perfectly clean glassware and excellent distilled or deionized water. Do not touch reagents containing silver salts with metallic objects (tweezers etc.) The product is intended for professional laboratory use for healthcare professionals. Carefully read the information on the label (danger symbols, risk and safety phrases) and always consult the safety data sheet.