Invitrogen™ DMSO, Anhydrous, 3mL

The Invitrogen™ DMSO (Dimethyl Sulfoxide), Anhydrous is a high-purity, highly polar organic solvent suitable for research applications requiring precise solubility and compatibility with sensitive reagents. This DMSO is provided in single-use aliquots to ensure consistent quality and eliminate contamination risks during reagent preparation.

Key Features:

1. High-Purity Anhydrous Form:
   • Ensures optimal performance in research applications requiring strict control over water content.
2. Broad Solubility:
   • Miscible with water and compatible with a wide range of compounds, including those that are poorly soluble in aqueous solutions.
3. Single-Use Aliquots:
   • Supplied in 10 x 3 mL aliquots to maintain freshness and prevent cross-contamination.
4. Versatile Reagent:
   • Suitable for preparing stock solutions of various fluorescent probes, indicators, and labeling reagents.
5. Convenient Storage:
   • Stable at room temperature, ensuring ease of use in a variety of lab settings.

Applications:

1. Preparation of Stock Solutions:
   • Dissolves compounds for further dilution in aqueous buffers or media, enabling precise experimental conditions.
2. Fluorescent Probe Solubilization:
   • Ideal for use with:
     • Calcium indicators: Fluo-3, AM; Fura-2, AM.
     • Mitochondrial probes: Rhodamine 123, JC-1, MitoTracker™ dyes.
     • Cell tracking reagents: CFSE, CellTracker™ Green CMFDA.
     • Membrane labeling probes: DiI, DiO.
3. Labeling Reagent Preparation:
   • Supports preparation of:
     • Amine-reactive reagents: Alexa Fluor™ 488 NHS ester, FITC.
     • Thiol-reactive reagents: Alexa Fluor™ maleimide.
4. Oxidative Stress Studies:
   • Facilitates solubilization of reactive oxygen species (ROS) indicators like DCFDA and Amplex Red™.

Specifications:

Advantages:

1. Consistency and Quality:
   • Each aliquot ensures fresh, uncontaminated DMSO for reliable experimental results.
2. Broad Applicability:
   • Compatible with a wide range of compounds, enhancing experimental flexibility.
3. Ease of Use:
   • Ready-to-use aliquots simplify reagent preparation and reduce waste.
4. Stability:
   • Stable at room temperature, eliminating the need for specialized storage conditions.

Use Cases:

1. Molecular Biology:
   • Dissolves hydrophobic fluorescent probes and reagents for labeling cells, proteins, and organelles.
2. Cell Culture Studies:
   • Prepares reagents for cellular assays, including calcium imaging and oxidative stress detection.
3. Biochemical Research:
   • Solubilizes small molecules and sensitive compounds for enzymatic assays and drug screening.
4. Fluorescence-Based Applications:
   • Ensures precise reagent preparation for imaging and analytical techniques.

Storage and Handling:

• Storage: Keep at room temperature in a dry, well-ventilated space.
• Handling: Protect from moisture and light to preserve reagent quality.

Product Details:

The Invitrogen™ DMSO, Anhydrous is a versatile and reliable solvent for researchers working with sensitive fluorescent reagents and hydrophobic compounds. Its single-use aliquots and high purity ensure optimal performance across a wide range of molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell culture applications.