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What do I dissolve DAPI in?

Posted November 30, 2022


Answer

DAPI is insoluble in PBS, even with the addition of heat and sonication. The use of buffers is not recommended to be used with DAPI. Instead, water should be used to prepare a stock solution and also be protected from light. 

Additional resources

DAPI: a DNA-specific fluorescent probe

DAPI - Blue Fluorescent DNA Stain

FluoroQuest™ Anti-fading Mounting Medium with DAPI