Fuchsin silver nitrate, alcoholic - (B) is an aqueous alcoholic solution of silver nitrate and basic fuchsin, which is mainly applied in histology for staining tissue sections.

The special suitability of this product lies in the visualization of nerve cells and their processes, especially axons and dendritic structures. In combination with other staining methods, it can also be used to visualize cell nuclei and extracellular matrix structures.

Chemically, the mode of operation is based on the interaction of silver nitrate and basic fuchsin. Silver nitrate forms silver proteinates that are reduced in cell structures and are subsequently visible as black silver deposits. The basic fuchsin acts as a contrast dye, staining the surrounding area of the cells to make the silver deposits more visible.

The advantages of Fuchsin Silver Nitrate, Alcoholic - (B) lie in its ability to clearly visualize fine cellular structures such as axons and dendrites. This solution allows for easy and effective differentiation of the cellular structures under investigation and provides clear contrast that facilitates subsequent sample evaluation.