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Oolong Tea Extract (OTE) is a non-toxic and non-radioactive stain for electron microscopy. It is effective for fibrous connective tissues. OTE acts as a Tannin which allows complete post-stain lead citrate mordanting and gives satisfactory results. Powder is ideal for longer storage.

Osmiophilic reagent. With the Thiocarbohydrazide it´s possible to enhance the contrast of all osmophilic components of the cell, especially lipids, which hold the most osmium.

An indefinite shelf life due to a special purification process.

H₂NNHCSNHNH₂ / m.p. 171°C (decomposed)

(3,3',4,4'-Biphenyltetramin). Used as an ultrastructural protein tracer for immuno-cytochemistry. A possible carcinogen.

C₁₂H₁₄N₄ / m.p. 173°C