Potassium Hydroxide, 3% (KOH)

Potassium Hydroxide, 3% (KOH) CAS: 1310-58-3 | MF: KOH | MW: 56.106, Buy now Histological Stains & Dyes for Histology, Cytology, Microbiology, Hematology & Biology Lab from TriStains. All Tristains products are exclusively distributed by Dawn Scientific Inc.

Potassium hydroxide, also referred to as lye and caustic potash, has the chemical formula KOH. A diluted alkaline solution, 3% Potassium Hydroxide (KOH) is a transparent, colorless liquid with a slightly thick texture. This solution consists of a 3% concentration of potassium hydroxide in water. Widely utilized in microbiology, the 3% Potassium Hydroxide solution facilitates the efficient staining and processing of samples for the examination and characterization of fungal and other microbial structures.

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Application :

• 3% Potassium Hydroxide solution is widely used as a microscopy staining agent in the field of microbiology.
• It is employed in the preparation and examination of fungal and bacterial specimens.
• It is utilized for the identification and differentiation of fungal structures, such as hyphae and spores.

Benefits :

• Effectively clears and softens biological samples, making them more transparent
• Aids in the visualization and identification of fungal elements and other microorganisms
• Enhances the contrast and clarity of microscopic observations