Kit RAL Stainer Fluo RAL Methylene Blue
Ref. 360270

Description
Auramine staining for mycobacteria detection
A complete range for the detection of mycobacteria
Actively involved in the fight against tuberculosis worldwide, RAL Diagnostics markets a wide range of dyes and staining kits for the detection of mycobacteria.
This range includes products for conventional microscopy (Ziehl-Neelsen, Cold ZN, Quick TB) but also for fluorescence microscopy (Fluo RAL Kit).
In a majority of laboratories around the world using fluorescence microscopy, auramine staining with a dark background is still the standard reference. Meanwhile , studies show that a Thiazine Red or Methylene Blue background is more comfortable to read. RAL Diagnostics already markets the Fluo RAL kit with Thiazine Red counterstain.
New kit: Fluo RAL Methylene blue kit
In order to meet the needs of a majority of users, a new kit has been added to our offer: the Fluo RAL Methylene Blue Kit.
Unlike Potassium Permanganate, which acts as a saturation agent by reducing contrast, counterstaining with methylene blue gives a true background. It allows the reading of information relating to the sample and obtaining in certain cases, better bacilloscopy.
Quality
- Colored background for superior reading quality to Potassium Permanganate
- Intensity of mycobacteria for better detection of bacilli
- Reproducibility of stainings with the RAL Stainer
- Increased sensitivity and specificity
- Stability of counterstain
User protection
-
Formulation without methanol for more security
- Limited handling thanks to the ready-to-use kit
- Fixation solution included in the kit
Quick
- Staining protocol in 18 min
- Calibrated reagents for simplified use
Recommended by WHO (World Health Organization)
“less experienced users found it easier to focus and less tiring to read the stains with coloured backgrounds (Auramine/Methylene Blue and Auramine/Thiazine Red).” FIND report for WHO, 17 Août 2009.
Information Request
Want to learn more about our product concept, request a demonstration, or just get in touch with CellaVision or your local CellaVision distributor? Contact us at commercial@cellavision.com.
Components
Name | Reference | Packing |
---|---|---|
Fixative Fluo RAL | - | 200 mL |
Auramine Fluo RAL | - | 100 mL |
Solution for Auramine | - | 100 mL |
Discolouring solution Fluo RAL | - | 200 mL |
Methylene Blue | - | 200 mL |
Auramine staining for mycobacteria detection
A complete range for the detection of mycobacteria
Actively involved in the fight against tuberculosis worldwide, RAL Diagnostics markets a wide range of dyes and staining kits for the detection of mycobacteria.
This range includes products for conventional microscopy (Ziehl-Neelsen, Cold ZN, Quick TB) but also for fluorescence microscopy (Fluo RAL Kit).
In a majority of laboratories around the world using fluorescence microscopy, auramine staining with a dark background is still the standard reference. Meanwhile , studies show that a Thiazine Red or Methylene Blue background is more comfortable to read. RAL Diagnostics already markets the Fluo RAL kit with Thiazine Red counterstain.
New kit: Fluo RAL Methylene blue kit
In order to meet the needs of a majority of users, a new kit has been added to our offer: the Fluo RAL Methylene Blue Kit.
Unlike Potassium Permanganate, which acts as a saturation agent by reducing contrast, counterstaining with methylene blue gives a true background. It allows the reading of information relating to the sample and obtaining in certain cases, better bacilloscopy.
Quality
- Colored background for superior reading quality to Potassium Permanganate
- Intensity of mycobacteria for better detection of bacilli
- Reproducibility of stainings with the RAL Stainer
- Increased sensitivity and specificity
- Stability of counterstain
User protection
-
Formulation without methanol for more security
- Limited handling thanks to the ready-to-use kit
- Fixation solution included in the kit
Quick
- Staining protocol in 18 min
- Calibrated reagents for simplified use
Recommended by WHO (World Health Organization)
“less experienced users found it easier to focus and less tiring to read the stains with coloured backgrounds (Auramine/Methylene Blue and Auramine/Thiazine Red).” FIND report for WHO, 17 Août 2009.
Information Request
Want to learn more about our product concept, request a demonstration, or just get in touch with CellaVision or your local CellaVision distributor? Contact us at commercial@cellavision.com.
Name | Reference | Packing |
---|---|---|
Fixative Fluo RAL | - | 200 mL |
Auramine Fluo RAL | - | 100 mL |
Solution for Auramine | - | 100 mL |
Discolouring solution Fluo RAL | - | 200 mL |
Methylene Blue | - | 200 mL |

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