Elastic Stain Kit (Modified Verhoff's)

The Elastic Stain Kit is designed for the histological identification of elastin in tissue sections. The display of elastic tissue is useful in cases of emphysema (atrophy of elastic tissue), arteriosclerosis (thinning and loss of elastic fibers), and various other vascular diseases.

Elastic fibers: Black to Blue/Black
Nuclei: Blue to Black
Collagen: Red
Muscle & Other: Yellow
Control Tissue: Lung or any vascular tissue.

Tissue Stainning

Not to be taken internally.
For In-Vitro DiaCreic use only. Histological applications.
Do not use past expiration date.
Use caution when handling reagents. Non-Sterile.

Hematoxylin Solution (5%) 250ml 18-25°C
Ferric Chloride (10%, Aqueous) 125 ml 18-25°C
Lugol's Iodine Solution 125 ml 18-25°C
Ferric Chloride (2%) Differentiating Solution 125 ml 18-25°C
Sodium Thiosulfate Solution (5%) 125 ml 18-25°C
Van Gieson's Solution 125 ml 18-25°C

Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Harmful if swallowed.
Follow all federal, State, and local regulations regarding disposal. Use in chemical
fume hood whenever possible.

Mixed storage conditions. Store according to individual label instructions.