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Alcian Blue

MESHD000423

A copper-containing dye used as a gelling agent for lubricants, for staining of bacteria and for the dyeing of histiocytes and fibroblasts in vivo.

Synonyms

  • Blue, Alcian
  • Alcian Blue 8GS
  • 8GS, Alcian Blue
  • Blue 8GS, Alcian
  • Alcian Blue 8GX
  • 8GX, Alcian Blue
  • Blue 8GX, Alcian

Source last updated 2026-05-24T15:28:18.691Z