AURAMINE/RHODAMINE STAINING, 4 x 200 ml, kit

NST SLASAURA4K2

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AURAMINE/RHODAMINE STAINING (Merck)

Feb 2021 - Merck informed MSF supply that this item is not for export/not available.

Is replaced by SLASAURA3K2 AURAMINE M FLUORESCENT STAIN KIT, TB (BD), 3 x 250 ml 212519

Definition

Fluorescent staining kit with auramine-rhodamine for the microscopic detection of mycobacteria.

Specifications

Liquid ready to use reagents:

  • R1: auramine-rhodamine stain solution 1 x 200 ml
  • R2: decolourization solution (C3H6O - HCl) 2 x 200 ml
  • R3: counterstaining solution (KMNO4) 1 x 200 ml
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Packaging & Labelling

4 bottles of 200 ml

Transport Dangerous Goods

  • UN2924
  • Class: 3 (8)
  • Packing group: I
  • Proper Shipping Name: Flammable liquid, corrosive, n.o.s.

Instructions for use

To be used with a fluorescent microscope (see related articles below).

Kit sufficient for 60-65 preparations.

In routine laboratory after good quality staining is established, switch to home made auramine with auramine O and potassium permanganate which is much cheaper than using this ready to use kit.

Storage

  • Protected from humidity
  • Between 15º and 25ºC
  • Expiry date on the bottle

Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008

Auramine-rhodamine solution

  • Flammable liquid: Category 3, H226
  • Eye irritation: Category 2, H319

Decolourization solution

  • Flammable liquid: Category 2, H225
  • Eye irritation: Category 2, H319
  • Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure: Category 3, H336

Counterstaining solution

  • Chronic aquatic toxicity: Category 2, H411

Signal Word

Auramine-rhodamine solution: Warning

H226Flammable liquid and vapour.
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing

Signal Word

Decolourization solution: Danger

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H225Highly flammable liquid and vapour
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H336May cause drowsiness or dizziness
P210Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking.
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If the victim wears contact lenses, remove them if possible. Keep rinsing

Signal Word

Counterstaining solution: Danger

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H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
P273Avoid release to the environment

MSF requirements

Staining kit necessary for the detection of mycobacteria with a fluorescence microscope.

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