A colorimetric assay for the quantification of bacterial biofilm formation
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Biofilm Formation and Staining Kit

Item No. 502869

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Room temperature
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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere
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    96 wells

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    Product Description

    Cayman’s Biofilm Formation and Staining Kit provides a colorimetric semi-quantitative method for evaluating biofilm production on polystyrene pegs. Growth of biofilm on peg lids significantly reduces wash time and decreases variability. In the assay, crystal violet binds to negatively charged molecules within the ECM secreted by bacteria during biofilm formation. The absorbance of crystal violet can be measured at 590 nm. The amount of bound dye is proportional to the biofilm mass. This kit provides reagents sufficient to assay 20 samples in triplicate. For more information, please see Cayman's article: New Product Spotlight: Biofilm Formation and Staining Kit.

    WARNING This product is not for human or veterinary use.