Paraformaldehyde Solution (8%) Preparation and Recipe
Paraformaldehyde solution is commonly used to fix cells or tissues.
To prepare L of Paraformaldehyde Solution (8%):
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Table 1. Required components
Component | Amount | Concentration |
paraformaldehyde (mw: 30.03 g/mol) | 80 g | 2.664 M |
- Prepare 800 mL of distilled water in a suitable container.
- Add 80 g of paraformaldehyde to the solution.
- Heat to 60°C and add 2-3 drops of 1 N NaOH.
- Add distilled water until the volume is 1 L.
- Store this stock solution at 4°C.
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References
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