Nile Red is an uncharged, hydrophobic, photostable molecule that strongly fluoresces bright red in hydrophobic environments. It is a fluorescent stain for intracellular lipid droplets.
Nile red can be used for the rapid determination of lipids by thin-layer chromatography or for staining whole tissue such as atherosclerotic blood vessels.
Key Applications: Determination of lipids, Staining whole tissue
Application Areas: Determination of lipids, staining whole tissue
Product Type: Biochemicals
Biochemical Category: Labels, Dyes & Stains
Density: 1.23 g/cm3 (Lit.)
Melting Point: 203-205°C(lit.)
UV/Visible Absorbance: 553 ± 4, 310 ± 4 nm [λ Max (MeOH)]
Presentation: Dark Green Powder
Solubility: Soluble in ethanol (1 mg/mL) and very slightly soluble in water (< 1µg/mL).
Storage & Handling: Store at Room Temperature (15-30°C)