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Mounting Medium (with Xylene)

The mounting medium is a substance used in microscopy to fix the specimen between the slide and the coverslip. A xylene-containing mounting medium is one that contains xylene.

Xylene is an organic solvent commonly used in laboratories. It is excellent for dehydrating tissue samples and for clarification because it has a high affinity for fats and waxes. In addition, it has a refractive index similar to glass, which means that it minimizes light scattering through the specimen, allowing a clearer view of the cells being examined.

Xylene-containing mounting agents, however, are toxic and can cause skin and eye irritation. Therefore, they must be handled with caution and appropriate protective measures. There are also xylene-free alternatives on the market that are less toxic, although they may not provide the same performance as xylene-containing capping agents.

It is important to note that the capping agent must be compatible with the stains and solvents previously used to avoid distortion of the stain. It should also be compatible with the microscope being used, as some capping agents can affect image quality when used with certain types of microscopes.

Article no.: 12318

Covering of cutting preparations

  •   Container size and order number Net price Amount
    Mounting Medium (with Xylene) - 250 ml
    Order number: 12318.00250
    57,39 €
    Mounting Medium (with Xylene) - 500 ml
    Order number: 12318.00500
    108,54 €
    Mounting Medium (with Xylene) - 1.000 ml
    Order number: 12318.01000
    203,18 €

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