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Lugol solution
for microscopy (Bact., Bot.)
Synonym(s):
Iodine/Potassium iodide solution
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grade
for microscopy (Bact., Bot.)
Quality Level
technique(s)
microbe id | staining: suitable
density
1.007 g/mL at 20 °C
antibiotic activity spectrum
Gram-negative bacteria
Gram-positive bacteria
suitability
protozoa
SMILES string
[K+].[I-].II
InChI
1S/I2.HI.K/c1-2;;/h;1H;/q;;+1/p-1
InChI key
XUEKKCJEQVGHQZ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
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General description
Lugol iodine solution is an effective preservative for the marine bacteria.
Lugol solution is a disinfectant, which is used to detect starch in organic compounds. It is used in dental procedures, diagnosis of cervical cell alterations and Schiller´s test. Lugol solution is used in panendoscopic examination of squamous cell carcinoma of the esophagus. It is used as a mordant in Gram staining.
Application
Lugol solution has been used as a staining component to detect starch in plants. It has also been used to saturate thyroid in biodistribution study.
Storage Class Code
12 - Non Combustible Liquids
WGK
WGK 2
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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Lugol iodine solution was compared with glutaraldehyde as a preservative for marine bacteria. Direct counts with the fluorochrome 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole show no significant difference between the preservatives, but the use of Lugol solution has several advantages over glutaraldehyde, especially in the
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