Fluorescein-5-isothiocyanate

Synonyms

Spiro(isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-(9H)xanthen)-3-one, 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanato-; [ChemIDplus] 3',6'-dihydroxy-5-isothiocyanatospiro(isobenzofuran-1(3H),9'-(9H)xanthen)-3-one; FITC; [Merck Index]

Category

Indicator Dyes

Description

Orange solid; [Merck Index] Orange powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

Sources/Uses

Used as a fluorescent indicator to probe biological systems and monitor sewage; [Merck Index]

Comments

Causes cutaneous sensitization (experimental) and effects on inflammation in 3-day intermittent dermal studies of mice; [RTECS] May cause irritation; May cause skin and respiratory sensitization; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

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Biomedical References

Yes

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Contact dermatitis, allergic