Description

Merthiolate-Iodine-Formalin Fixative is a specialized histological and cytological fixative solution designed for superior tissue preservation. This compound is critical for maintaining cellular morphology and antigenicity, enabling accurate pathological diagnosis and research. It is an essential reagent for histopathology laboratories, research institutions, and diagnostic centers involved in tissue processing and staining.

Application

• Histological Tissue Fixation: Primary application for preserving biopsy and surgical tissue specimens for microscopic examination.
• Cytological Preparations: Used in fine-needle aspiration (FNA) and body fluid cytology to fix cells onto slides.
• Research Pathology: Essential for fixing tissues in biomedical and veterinary research to study disease morphology.
• Educational Specimens: Employed in academic settings for preparing teaching slides in anatomy and pathology courses.
• Museum Specimen Preservation: Aids in the long-term preservation of anatomical specimens for display and study.
• Forensic Pathology: Used in post-mortem examinations to fix tissue samples for forensic analysis.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Merthiolate-Iodine-Formalin Fixative
CAS No.	78249-63-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	MIF Fixative; Merthiolate-Iodine-Formalin Solution; Thimerosal-Iodine-Formalin; MIF Preservative; MIF Staining Fixative; Histological MIF; Cytology Fixative MIF; Sodium Ethylmercurithiosalicylate-Iodine-Formalin Fixative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Merthiolate-Iodine-Formalin Fixative is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance, sterility where applicable, and compliance with histological standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, composition, and performance characteristics is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile components, ensure containers are sealed when not in use and stored away from heat sources and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, amber-colored solution
Identification	Complies (IR / Chemical)
Assay (Formaldehyde Content)	3.7 - 4.0 % w/v
Assay (Merthiolate Content)	0.1 % w/v
Iodine Content	0.2 % w/v
pH	6.5 - 7.5
Sterility (if supplied sterile)	Sterile

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.