MIF Stain and Fixative - Solution I - MF Stock Solution (250mL)

• Solution I - MF Stock Solution
• Solution II - Lugol’s Iodine

Stool preservation and staining can be accomplished simultaneously with this kit. When used as a stain, direct smear identification of intestinal protozoa and of helminth eggs may be performed immediately. As a preservative, laboratory diagnosis can be delayed without deterioration of organisms.

CONTENTS: Glycerol, Formaldehyde, Tincture Merthiolate, Iodine, Potassium Iodide

FOR IN VITRO DIAGNOSTIC USE ONLY.

RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE: Mix 2.35 ml of Sol. I with 0.15 ml of Sol. II. This is mixed with approximately 0.25 grams of feces (about twice the size of a pea) in a well-stoppered tube. To examine, use a medicine dropper to draw off a drop of the mixture from the layer of sediment.

RESULTS: Trophozoites and cysts should stain an eosin color.

Safety Data Sheet - MIF Stain and Fixative Kit (Solution I)