Atom Sci. DPX Mountant High Viscosity Specially Thickened
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Specifications:
Application | Histology | ||
Storage Temperature | Ambient | ||
Product Type | Mounting Medium | Forms | Liquid |
Product Brand | Atom Scientific | ||
Product Grade | Histology Grade | ||
Atom Scientific DPX Mountant (High Viscosity) is a specially thickened, synthetic resin-based mounting medium formulated for cytology applications. It is composed of distyrene, a plasticizer, and xylene, providing a clear, colorless medium that replaces traditional xylene-balsam mountants. This formulation offers excellent preservation of stained cytological specimens, rapid drying, and long-term stability.
The increased viscosity makes it particularly well-suited for cytological preparations, ensuring reliable mounting, even coverage, and reduced risk of sample displacement.
Key Features & Benefits
- High Viscosity Formulation – Specially thickened for cytology slides to provide better adherence and coverage.
- Synthetic Resin-Based – Mixture of distyrene, plasticizer, and xylene ensures clarity and durability.
- Rapid Drying – Provides a quick curing process for efficient slide preparation.
- Excellent Stain Preservation – Maintains color integrity of stains over long-term storage.
- Xylene-Balsam Replacement – Safer and more consistent alternative to natural balsam-based media.
Composition
- Xylene: <60%
- Di-butyl Phthalate Substitute (Plasticizer): <15%
- Styrene (Distyrene): <30%
Applications
- Mounting of cytology preparations
- Long-term preservation of histological and cytological stains
- Suitable for use in diagnostic pathology research and teaching laboratories
Product Specifications
Attribute | Detail |
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Type | Synthetic resin mounting medium |
Formulation | Distyrene + Plasticizer + Xylene |
Viscosity | High (specially thickened for cytology) |
Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
Drying | Rapid |
Stain Compatibility | Preserves histological and cytological stains |
Replacement For | Xylene-Balsam |
Storage | Room temperature, tightly sealed container |
The Atom Scientific DPX Mountant High Viscosity is a specialized mounting medium for cytology, offering quick drying, excellent stain preservation, and reliable long-term slide storage. Its synthetic resin composition ensures superior optical clarity and durability, making it an essential reagent for cytological laboratories requiring robust and high-quality slide mounting.