Oil Red O staining

MCE Oil Red O Staining Kit for Cultured Cells consists of Oil Red O staining solution and hematoxylin. It is used to demonstrate fat degeneration and abnormal lipid deposition in cultured cells, particularly when multiple neutral fat droplets are present within the cells. This kit helps in identifying lipid changes and their nature in cultured cells. It is important to note that samples should not be fixed with ethanol-containing fixatives, as ethanol may interfere with lipid staining. The positive staining result for fat typically appears orange-yellow to red, with the exact color depending on the lipid concentration.

MCE Oil Red O Staining Kit for Cell Smears effectively stains lipid droplets of various sizes, including smaller lipid droplets, and preferentially adsorbs dye from the solvent. It is suitable for staining oil red O in cell smears, bone marrow smears, fluid smears, blood smears, and other samples. When using the kit, specimens should not be fixed with fixatives containing ethanol. If fixation is required, 10% formalin can be used. The positive staining result for fat typically appears orange-yellow to red, with the exact color varying depending on the lipid concentration.