FluoSpheres™ Carboxylate-Modified Microspheres
FluoSpheres™ Carboxylate-Modified Microspheres
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FluoSpheres™ Carboxylate-Modified Microspheres

Achieve the brightest fluorescence with Carboxylate-Modified FluoSphere Microspheres, available in different colors and particle sizes.
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Catalog NumberDiameter (Metric)ColorExcitation/EmissionQuantity
F88060.2 μmCrimson625/645 nm2 mL
F88030.1 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm10 mL
F88161.0 μmCrimson625/645 nm2 mL
F88231.0 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm10 mL
F88010.1 μmRed580/605 nm10 mL
F88110.2 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm10 mL
F88070.2 μmDark Red660/680 nm2 mL
F107200.04 μmYellow-Green, Orange, Red, Dark Red505/515, 540/560, 580/605, 660/680 nm1 mL/each
F208810.2 μmOrange365/610 nm2 mL
F8783
also known as F-8783
0.02 μmDark Red660/680 nm2 mL
F87860.02 μmRed580/605 nm10 mL
F8795
also known as F-8795
0.04 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm1 mL
F88130.5 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm10 mL
F88201.0 μmOrange540/560 nm10 mL
F88252.0 μmNile Red535/575 nm2 mL
F88272.0 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm2 mL
F8781
also known as F-8781
0.02 μmBlue365/415 nm10 mL
F8782
also known as F-8782
0.02 μmCrimson625/645 nm2 mL
F87840.02 μmNile Red535/575 nm10 mL
F87870.02 μmYellow-Green505/515 nm10 mL
F8789
also known as F-8789
0.04 μmDark Red660/680 nm1 mL
F8792
also known as F-8792
0.04 μmOrange540/560 nm1 mL
F87930.04 μmRed580/605 nm1 mL
F87940.04 μmRed-Orange565/580 nm1 mL
F87970.1 μmBlue350/440 nm10 mL
F87990.1 μmInfrared715/755 nm1 mL
F8800
also known as F-8800
0.1 μmOrange540/560 nm10 mL
F88050.2 μmBlue365/415 nm10 mL
F88090.2 μmOrange540/560 nm10 mL
F88100.2 μmRed580/605 nm10 mL
F88120.5 μmRed580/605 nm10 mL
F88141.0 μmBlue365/415 nm10 mL
F88151.0 μmBlue350/440 nm10 mL
F88191.0 μmNile Red535/575 nm10 mL
F88211.0 μmRed580/605 nm10 mL
F8824
also known as F-8824
2.0 μmBlue365/415 nm2 mL
F88262.0 μmRed580/605 nm2 mL
Catalog number F8806
Price (MXN)
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Diameter (Metric):
0.2 μm
Color:
Crimson
Excitation/Emission:
625/645 nm
Quantity:
2 mL

Easily perform flow cytometry, microscopy, HTS, HCS, immunoassay, and other laboratory applications using our extensive selection of FluoSpheres Carboxylate-Modified Microspheres. FluoSphere beads can be used in passive adsorption or active, covalent coupling of proteins, nucleic acids, and biomolecules for particle capture applications. FluoSphere microspheres are loaded with proprietary fluorescent dyes, making them the brightest microspheres available.

Visualize the brightest fluorescence for laboratoy applications including fluorescence microscopy, flow cytometry, HTS, HCS, and cell tracing with our Carboxylate-Modified FluoSphere Microspheres, which are manufactured from polystyrene microspheres and loaded with different proprietary dyes. Using specialized staining methods enables all of the fluorescent dye molecules to be contained inside each polystyrene microsphere instead of on the bead's surface. This protective environment within the bead shields the dye from detrimental environmental effects, such as photobleaching. Our carboxylate-modified microspheres are coated with a hydrophilic polymer containing multiple carboxylic acids for covalent attachment of ligands. A range of particle sizes is available for different research uses and experiments.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Specifications
Excitation/Emission625/645 nm
Product LineFLUOSPHERES
Quantity2 mL
Surface ModificationCarboxylate
ColorCrimson
Diameter (Metric)0.2 μm
For Use With (Application)Fluorescence Microscopy
MaterialPolystyrene
Product TypeCarboxylate-Modified Microsphere
Unit SizeEach
Contents & Storage
Store in refrigerator (2–8°C) and protect from light.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

I have some FluoSpheres polystyrene microspheres, with 20 nm diameter. They are aggregating a lot. What can I do about it?

The smaller the microspheres, the greater the propensity to aggregate. But the aggregation is not irreversible. Sonicate in a bath sonicator or vortex to disperse, just prior to use. You can also add a small concentration of Tween-20 or Triton X-100 (unless you are using them in a live-cell system).

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Analysis Support Center.

I sonicated my 2.0 µm carboxylate-modified microspheres, as recommended, but saw foaming (bubbles) on top of the solution. Should I be concerned?

Use of a bath sonicator is recommended to help break up any aggregated microspheres. The foaming is from Tween-20, which is in the stock solution to help prevent aggregation. It is normal and expected to see bubbles from this. Do not use a probe sonicator, which would cause damage to the microspheres (as well as much more bubbling).

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Analysis Support Center.

What is the warranty for FluoSpheres microspheres?

The warranty period for FluoSpheres microspheres is 1-year from the date of shipment.

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After washing and centrifugation, there was only a very small pellet left of my microsphere beads and the solution was transparent. Why is this?

Centrifugation is not an effective way to collect smaller microspheres; many particles remain in the solution even if you can visualize a small pellet. For beads less than 1 µm in diameter, we recommend washing by either:

Cross-flow filtration, as these particles have a very high compression modulus and can withstand high g-forces without risk of harm or dialysis with a 500 kDa MWCO
Note: Microspheres greater than 1 µm in diameter can be centrifuged at 1,300 rpm.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Analysis Support Center.

I've had my microspheres for over a year, and I'm wondering if they're still good to use. What are some good ways to check their functionality?

Bacterial contamination is the most common cause of microspheres becoming unusable. Many of our particles are supplied with a low level of sodium azide to prevent bacterial contamination, but sometimes this can still occur. Bacterial contamination is best assessed by plating on appropriate growth medium and checking the plates after 72 hr.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within ourMicrospheres Support Center.

Citations & References (2)

Citations & References
Abstract
Cell lines as candidate reference materials for quality control of ERBB2 amplification and expression assays in breast cancer.
Authors:Xiao Y, Gao X, Maragh S, Telford WG, Tona A,
Journal:Clin Chem
PubMed ID:19443566
Human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) is an important biomarker whose status plays a pivotal role in therapeutic decision-making for breast cancer patients and in determining their clinical outcomes. Ensuring the accuracy and reproducibility of HER2 assays by immunohistochemistry (IHC) and by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) requires a ... More
Quantitation of HER2 and telomerase biomarkers in solid tumors with IgY antibodies and nanocrystal detection.
Authors:Xiao Y, Gao X, Gannot G, Emmert-Buck MR, Srivastava S, Wagner PD, Amos MD, Barker PE,
Journal:Int J Cancer
PubMed ID:18214859
In an effort to improve affinity biomarker validation in fixed patient tissue specimens, we have developed a novel quantum dot-based bioimaging system that utilizes chicken IgY antibody for high sensitivity and specificity relative quantitation of cancer proteins. Monospecific, polyclonal IgYs were generated against human HER2 and telomerase, and analytically validated ... More