Product Name: Azur 1 Giemsa Stain
 
Common Uses: Azur 1 Giemsa stain, commonly referred to as Giemsa stain or Giemsa's stain, is a type of histological stain used in various biological and medical applications:
Microscopy and Cytology: Giemsa stain is widely used in microscopy to stain and visualize cellular components, including chromosomes, cell nuclei, and other cell structures. It is commonly used in cytology and hematology for blood smear analysis.
Blood Smear Preparation: Giemsa stain is used in the preparation of blood smears for the examination of blood cells and the identification of abnormalities.
Malaria Diagnosis: It is utilized in the detection and identification of malaria parasites in blood smears.
Histopathology: Giemsa stain is employed in histopathology to stain tissue sections for examination under a microscope. It can highlight specific cell types and structures in tissue samples.
 
Other Information: Giemsa stain is a polychromatic stain that imparts different colors to various cellular components, helping to differentiate and identify structures within cells. It consists of a mixture of azure dyes, eosin, and methylene blue.
 
The stain is used to enhance contrast and visibility of cellular features, making it an essential tool in various diagnostic and research applications. The staining process involves applying Giemsa stain to a specimen, allowing it to react, and then washing and drying the specimen before microscopy.
 
Giemsa stain is a widely recognized and valuable tool in the field of biology and medicine. Its ability to reveal cellular details and structures aids in the understanding of various diseases and conditions.