Thermo Fisher, J63008.AK, Citrate, 0.5M buffer soln., pH 2.5

Quantity: 250 mL
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ApplicationsCitrate, is used as an anticoagulant and also used as a biological buffer. It is often used to prepare sodium citrate buffer for antigen retrieval of tissue samples. The citrate solution is designed to break protein cross-links, thus, unmasking antigens and epitopes in formalin-fixed and paraffin embedded tissue sections, resulting in enhancing staining intensity of antibodies. Citrate has anticoagulant activity and as a calcium chelator, it forms complexes that disrupt the tendency of blood to clot.SolubilityIt is soluble in water (29.4 g/L) at 20°C. Insoluble in ethanol.NotesStore in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.