Product code: RXSOL-60-6605-699
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Kg
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25.00
Nitro blue tetrazolium is a chemical compound composed of two tetrazole moieties. It is used in immunology for sensitive detection of alkaline phosphatase (with BCIP). NBT serves as the oxidant and BCIP is the AP-substrate (and gives also dark blue dye)
Application
Nitroblue tetrazolium test is a blood test that measures the ability of the immune system to convert the colorless nitroblue tetrazolium (NBT) to a deep blue. This test is performed as a screen for chronic granulomatous disease (CGD).
Procedure
This test is done to screen for chronic granulomatous disease . This disorder is passed down in families. In people who have this disease, certain immune cells do not help protect the body from infections.
Other names
TETRANITRO BT AR Tetranitro Blue Tetrazolium Chloride
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Nitro blue tetrazolium is a chemical compound composed of two tetrazole moieties. It is used in immunology for sensitive detection of alkaline phosphatase (with BCIP). NBT serves as the oxidant and BCIP is the AP-substrate (and gives also dark blue dye).