Description

Neurodye Rh-160 is a high-purity, fluorescent dye compound widely utilized in advanced biomedical research. Its primary value lies in its specific spectral properties, making it an essential tool for neuronal activity imaging and cellular membrane potential studies. This product is critical for research and development teams in neuroscience, pharmacology, and cell biology who require reliable, high-quality fluorescent indicators. We supply this pure grade to meet the stringent demands of academic, clinical, and industrial research applications.

Application

• Neuronal Membrane Potential Imaging: A key fluorescent indicator for monitoring voltage changes in neurons and other excitable cells.
• Cellular Physiology Research: Used in fluorescence microscopy to study ion channel function and cellular signaling pathways.
• Neuropharmacology Screening: Enables high-throughput assays for evaluating drug effects on neuronal activity and viability.
• Optical Imaging & Biosensing: Serves as a component in the development of advanced biosensors and imaging probes.
• In vitro Diagnostic (IVD) Development: Potential use in the formulation of research-use-only (RUO) kits for cellular analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neurodye Rh-160, Pure
CAS No.	83668-92-2
Molecular Formula	C29H31N2O3+
Molecular Weight	455.57 g/mol
Synonyms	RH-160; Neuro-Dye Rh-160; Rhodamine 160; 4-[4-(Dimethylamino)styryl]-1-ethylpyridinium; 1-Ethyl-4-[(E)-2-(4-dimethylaminophenyl)ethenyl]pyridinium; Voltage-sensitive dye RH-160; Fluorescent voltage indicator; Potential-sensitive dye
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Quality Control

Our Neurodye Rh-160 is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the specific results for your quality assurance records. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research-grade biochemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is strictly light-sensitive and must be protected from all light exposure during storage and handling to maintain stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to purple solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Fluorescence Properties	Excitation/Emission maxima conform to reference

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