Please note the estimated test yield of each pack size is based on the working Silver Solution being used in Standard Coplin Jars, 5 Slides per Coplin Jar per staining run. 100 Test Equates to 20 runs

What is the Grocotts Stain Kit? The Grocott’s Stain Kit is a specialised histological staining method used to detect fungal infections in tissue specimens. This technique is essential for identifying fungal elements, including hyphae and spores, in clinical specimens such as biopsies, and is widely used in the diagnosis of mycoses like aspergillosis, candidiasis, and histoplasmosis. The kit includes the necessary reagents, such as methenamine and silver nitrate, ensuring reliable, precise staining to support accurate diagnosis and effective patient treatment.

Certified for Diagnostic Use (IVD)

UKAS Compliant: Ensuring your laboratory meets rigorous industry standards.

Pre-Validated and Verified: Consistent performance, helping you save valuable time and resources.

Reliable and Reproducible Results: Backed by proven and documented protocols.

Full Traceability: Manufactured with a robust audit trail, ensuring complete transparency and compliance.

UKCA Marked: Guaranteed regulatory compliance in the UK market.

Full Technical Support: An expert in-house technical team to assist with any queries.

General Information

Procedure Time: 105 minutes (approximate)

Shelf Life: 3 Years (from date of manufacture)

Silver Nitrate 2-8°C. Other reagents 15-25°C

Kit Contents

Chromic Acid 5% Solution x 2

Hexamine (Methanamine) 3%

Solution x 2

Silver Nitrate 5% Solution

Sodium Tetraborate 5% Solution x 2

Sodium Metabisulphite 1% Solution

Gold Chloride 0.1% Solution

Sodium Thiosulphate 5% Solution

Light Green 0.1% in 0.1% Acetic Acid

Results

Fungi, Pneumocystis, Melanin, Basement Membrane - Black

Mucins, Glycogen - Beige/Grey

Background - Pale Green

Einecs Number: 231-853-9

HS Code / Commodity Code: 3822000090

UN Number: 3082