Fluorescein isothiocyanate-dextran
Product Information
Description
FITC-dextran is a fluorescent polysaccharide tracer for permeability, phagocytosis, and vascular studies. It provides bright, stable fluorescence for biological imaging. Fluorescein isothiocyanate-dextran is a fluorescently labeled polysaccharide widely utilized in biochemical and cell biology research. As a water-soluble conjugate, it combines the hydrophilic properties of dextran with the bright green fluorescence of fluorescein isothiocyanate, enabling sensitive detection in various assays. The compound is frequently employed to investigate molecular permeability, track cellular uptake, and study macromolecular transport in biological systems. Its stability and compatibility with fluorescence-based techniques make it invaluable for applications in membrane integrity analysis, tracer studies, and imaging experiments.
Synonyms
Fluorescein Isothiocyanate Dextran (Mw.=ca. 10000); FITC-Dextran 2000; Dextran, N-(3',6'-dihydroxy-3-oxospiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-5(or 6)-yl)carbamothioate; Dextran, (3',6'-dihydroxy-3-oxospiro[isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-[9H]xanthen]-5(or 6)-yl)carbamothioate; Fluorescein isothiocyanate-dextran - Average MW 3,000-5,000; Dextran-FITC; FD 10S; FITC-dextran; FITC-dextran 64
Solubility
Soluble in Water
Appearance
Yellow to orange powder
Storage
Store at 2-8 °C
Safety Information
Hazards
H315 - H319 - H335
Precautionary Statement
P302 + P352 - P305 + P351 + P338
