Brilliant cresyl blue

Chemical compound

Brilliant cresyl blue is a supravital stain used for counting reticulocytes.^[2] It is classified as an oxazine dye. N95 dust masks, eye shields, and gloves must all be worn when handling the chemical.^[3]

References

1. "Brilliant Cresyl Blue ALD 860867". Sigma-Aldrich.
2. Clark, G., ed. (1981). Staining Procedures (4th ed.). Baltimore, MD. p. 176.{{cite book}}: CS1 maint: location missing publisher (link)
3. "Brilliant Cresyl Blue ALD B5388". Sigma-Aldrich.