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Description

Alizarin Red S is used in a biochemical assay to determine, quantitatively by colorimetry, the presence of calcific deposition by cells of an osteogenic lineage. Alizarin Red S has also been used as a histochemical stain for calcium in cells of non-osteogenic lineage and also a colorometric pH indicator in the range of 3.8-5.4.

Appearance: Crystalline powder
Physical State: Solid
Solubility: Soluble in water (1 mg/mL).
Storage: Store at 4° C
Melting Point: 287-289 °C
Boiling Point: 430 °C

Properties

Storage Temperature

RT

Molecular Formula

C14H7NaO7S

Molecular Weight

342.26