Citric Acid (1H2O) PA ACS

SKU: EP-AC-1H2O-ACS

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Liquid form: Presented as an aqueous solution, facilitating its incorporation into formulations.
Antimicrobial properties: Acts as a preservative, preventing the growth of microorganisms in samples.
Wide range of applications: Used in food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
pH regulator: Effective in stabilizing pH in chemical and biological processes.
Compatibility: Can be used with other chemical agents without causing adverse reactions.

SKU: EP-AC-1H2O-ACS Category: Chemical Reagents Tags: chemical reagent, citric acid, histology, reagent, staining

Citric Acid PA ACS (1H2O) – What is it and what is it used for?

Citric acid PA ACS (1H2O) is an organic compound widely used in histology and pathology. This weak acid plays a crucial role as a pH regulator in buffered solutions, essential for preserving cell integrity during the processing of biological samples.

Characteristics of Citric Acid

Chemical formula: C₆H₈O₇ – H₂O
CAS: 5949-29-1
Available volume: 1000g and 500g

Applications of Citric Acid in Histology

Citric acid is used in the following applications:

As a component in fixation solutions, helping to stabilize proteins and cell organelles during the preparation of histological slides.
pH regulator in staining solutions, essential for optimizing the visualization of cellular and tissue structures.
Preservative in preservation methods, guaranteeing the integrity of samples for subsequent analysis.