Sodium Hydroxide, 3%

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Sodium hydroxide is an inorganic substance composed of sodium ions (Na⁺) and hydroxide ions (OH⁻). When dissolved in water, it forms a highly alkaline solution. A 3% solution signifies that there are 3 grams of sodium hydroxide present in every 100 milliliters of water. This 3% sodium hydroxide solution, commonly referred to as caustic soda solution, is a chemical compound utilized in numerous applications, including staining processes. The 3% sodium hydroxide solution is essential in histological staining and the microscopic examination of biological samples.

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Application :

• In histology, sodium borate solution is commonly used as a buffer or diluent in various staining protocols, especially those involving basic dyes like hematoxylin.
• It helps in maintaining the pH of the staining solutions, thus optimizing the staining process and enhancing the contrast between cellular structures.
• It is often utilized in nuclear staining techniques, where it acts as a stabilizer for the dye solution and facilitates proper binding of the dye to the nucleus of cells.
• It may also serve as a fixative, helping to preserve the cellular structure and prevent degradation of tissues during the staining process.

Benefits :

• Highly stable and versatile solution
• Cost-effective
• Helps maintain the pH of staining solutions