MASSON FONTANA STAIN

Fontana Masson Stain stained on Pigmented Malignant Melanoma

MASSON FONTANA STAIN

The Fontana-Masson stain is intended for use in the histological visualization of melanin pigment in FFPE sections. Melanin is a nonlipid, no hematogenous pigment present in the hair, skin, retina and iris. This stain is particularly useful for identifying melanocytes and melanotic tumors. The method involves using silver-based reagents that bind to melanin, making it visible under a microscope.

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The Fontana-Masson stain is intended for use in the histological visualization of melanin pigment in FFPE sections. Melanin is a nonlipid, no hematogenous pigment present in the hair, skin, retina and iris. This stain is particularly useful for identifying melanocytes and melanotic tumors. The method involves using silver-based reagents that bind to melanin, making it visible under a microscope.

  • Helps in histological visualization of melanin pigment in tissues.
  • It stains melanin granules black, which helps in identifying pigmented cells that are found in conditions like melanoma and other pigmented lesions.
  • Comes in a convenient kit form.
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  • SSP026
    25 Reactions
  • SSP026
    50 Reactions

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