(5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-phosphate/nitro blue tetrazolium)
Description
BCIP (5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-phosphate) is used in conjunction with NBT (nitro blue tetrazolium) for the colorimetric detection of alkaline phosphatase activity. Each vial of BCIP is supplied with a vial of NBT.
Features
Quality Tested: Each lot of BCIP/NBT Color Development Substrate is tested and qualified for use in blotting.
Storage Conditions
Store at either 4°C or –20°C.
Properties
Concentration: BCIP (50mg/ml) in 100% dimethylformamide; NBT (50mg/ml) in 70% dimethylformamide.