Bioactivity | 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride (CTC) is a redox-sensitive red fluorescent dye. 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride can be used for detecting metabolic activity in microorganisms. The emission maximum of 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride is 602 nm[1]. |
Name | 5-Cyano-2,3-di-(p-tolyl)tetrazolium chloride |
CAS | 90217-02-0 |
Formula | C16H14ClN5 |
Molar Mass | 311.77 |
Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Storage | Please store the product under the recommended conditions in the Certificate of Analysis. |
Reference | [1]. Rodriguez GG, et al. Use of a fluorescent redox probe for direct visualization of actively respiring bacteria. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1992 Jun;58(6):1801-8. doi: 10.1128/aem.58.6.1801-1808.1992. |