ISSN:
1432-119X
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Biology
,
Medicine
Notes:
Summary Acridine orange selectively binds to glycos- and galactosaminoglycan (GAG) compunds in the presence of Na+ in low concentrations. We have worked out a cytochemical method, which is suitable for the specific demonstration of surface GAG components. The method consists of a glutaraldehyde prefixation, an acridine orange block-staining for 48 h and an OsO4 postfixation for some hours. The specificity of the staining was verified with the help of fluorimetric-in vitro-measurements and enzymatic digestions, respectively.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00490098
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