Bromodeoxyuridine (BrdU)

• Catalog Number: orb385506
• Category: Tools
• Description: Bromo-deoxyuridine (BrdU) is a thymidine analog that is used in cell proliferation studies.
• Tested applications: IHC
• Concentration: See vial for concentration
• Form/Appearance: Provided as 5 x 5 mg in sterile filtered solution in phosphate buffered saline
• Conjugation: Unconjugated
• Hazard Information: Non-Toxic
• Storage: Product should be stored at -20°C. Aliquot to avoid freeze/thaw cycles
• Buffer/Preservatives: Provided as 5 x 5 mg in sterile filtered solution in phosphate buffered saline
• Note: For research use only
• Application notes: Prior to BrdU immunostaining to detect proliferating cells it is necessary to label the cells or tissue with BrdU. Labeling can either be done in vitro for cell cultures or performed in vivo for experimental animals. Both protocols are provided.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.