Phalloidin Labeling Probes
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Phalloidin Labeling Probes

Achieve precise and reliable F-actin staining with fluorescent and biotinylated phalloidins. Phalloidin conjugates are widely used in imaging applications to selectively label F-actin in a variety of sample types including fixed and permeabilized cells, tissue sections, and cell-free experiments.
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Número de catálogoColorIntervalo de longitud de onda de excitaciónTipo de colorante
B3475Rojo558⁄569BODIPY™
A22281Azul346⁄442Alexa Fluor™ 350
A30104Violeta405/450Alexa Fluor™ Plus 405
A12379Verde495⁄518Alexa Fluor™ 488
O7466Verde496⁄520Oregon Green™ 488
F432Verde496⁄516FITC (fluoresceína)
A22282Amarillo531⁄554Alexa Fluor™ 532
R415Rojo anaranjado540⁄565TRITC (isotiocianato de tetrametilrodamina)
A22283Naranja556⁄570Alexa Fluor™ 546
A34055Naranja555⁄565Alexa Fluor™ 555
A30106Naranja555/565 nmAlexa Fluor Plus 555
A12380Rojo anaranjado578⁄600Alexa Fluor™ 568
A12381Rojo581⁄609Alexa Fluor™ 594
T7471Rojo591⁄608Texas Red™
A22284Rojo lejano632⁄647Alexa Fluor™ 633
A34054Rojo lejano633⁄647Alexa Fluor™ 635
A22287Rojo lejano650⁄668Alexa Fluor™ 647
A30107Rojo lejano650/668 nmAlexa Fluor Plus 647
A22285Infrarrojo cercano663⁄690Alexa Fluor™ 660
A22286Infrarrojo cercano679⁄702Alexa Fluor™ 680
A30105Infrarrojo cercano758/784Alexa Fluor™ Plus 750
B7474NingunoNingunoBiotin-XX
P3457NingunoNingunoFaloidina (sin marcar)
Número de catálogo B3475
Precio (MXN)
-
Color:
Rojo
Intervalo de longitud de onda de excitación:
558⁄569
Tipo de colorante:
BODIPY™
Fluorescent and biotinylated phalloidins are water soluble and bind to filamentous actin (F-actin) with nanomolar affinity, making them convenient probes for labeling, identifying, and quantifying F-actin in cryopreserved tissue sections, fixed and permeabilized cells, and cell-free experiments. Phalloidin conjugates bind similarly to actin from various species, including plants and animals, enabling staining of the cytoskeleton in a wide range of samples.

A variety of phalloidin conjugates for filamentous (F-actin) staining are available, including fluorescent Alexa Fluor and Alexa Fluor Plus phalloidins, along with phalloidins conjugated to classic fluorescent dyes such as BODIPY, fluorescein, and rhodamine. Phalloidin staining is spectrally compatible with other fluorescent stains used in cellular analyses such as GFP/RFP, Qdot nanocrystals, and other Alexa Fluor conjugates and antibodies. Biotin‐XX Phalloidin can be used to visualize actin filaments via fluorescent streptavidin tags or standard enzyme-mediated avidin/streptavidin techniques such as in electron microscopy. Unlabeled phalloidin is available for use as a control in blocking F‐actin staining or in promoting polymerization.

Phalloidin conjugates bind to both large and small actin filaments with similar affinity in a 1:1 stoichiometry between phallotoxin and actin subunits. They do not bind G-actin monomers.

Alexa Fluor and Alexa Fluor Plus phalloidin conjugates for F-actin staining

Fluorescent Alexa Fluor dye conjugates of phalloidin are popular F-actin stains, offering color choices across the full spectral range. These phalloidin conjugates provide researchers with fluorescent probes that are superior in brightness and photostability compared to other spectrally similar conjugates.

Alexa Fluor Plus Phalloidin conjugates retain the same specificity for actin but offer 3-5 times greater sensitivity and brightness compared to the corresponding Alexa Fluor Phalloidin conjugate. This increased brightness is beneficial for challenging F-actin imaging, such as the super‐resolution microscopy methods SIM and STORM, and for reliable staining of actin stress fibers.

Features of phalloidin probes

  • High specificity—binds selectively to F-actin, which allows for precise labeling of actin filaments in fixed cells and cryopreserved tissues
  • Strong affinity—nanomolar binding affinity for F-actin, which ensures stable and reliable actin staining
  • Extensive fluorescent conjugate options—over twenty conjugated varieties of phalloidin
  • Compatibility with fixed samples—typically used with fixed cells and tissues, making them suitable for actin staining in detailed structural studies, immunofluorescence staining, and IHC applications
  • Multiplexing capability—the wide availability of phalloidin conjugates enables their use in combination with other fluorescent probes and antibodies for multiplex imaging. Biotinylated phalloidin can be made use of in downstream streptavidin steps.
  • Quantitative analysis—can be used for quantitative analysis of F-actin distribution and density within cells, aiding in the study of cytoskeletal dynamics. The unlabeled phalloidin can be titrated as a control.
  • Ease of use—staining is straightforward and quick
  • Excellent stability—exhibit good photostability, which is essential for prolonged imaging sessions and time-lapse studies
  • Wide applicability—used for a range of applications, including studying cell morphology, motility, and the effects of drugs on the actin cytoskeleton

Para uso exclusivo en investigación. No apto para uso en procedimientos diagnósticos.

Especificaciones
ColorRojo
Tipo de coloranteBODIPY™
Intervalo de longitud de onda de excitación558⁄569
Para utilizar con (equipo)Fluorescence Microscope, Flow Cytometer, Confocal Microscope, Compatible with Texas Red filter set
Línea de productosBODIPY
Cantidad300 Units
Condiciones de envíoTemperatura ambiente
Tipo de etiquetaColorantes BODIPY
Tipo de productoFaloidina
Sub Cellular LocalizationActina, citoesqueleto, Cytoskeleton
Unit SizeEach
Contenido y almacenamiento
Almacenar en el congelador de -5 °C a -30 °C y proteger de la luz.

Preguntas frecuentes

Do you offer alternative package sizes for phalloidin or ReadyProbes reagents?

Alternative package sizes may be available through a custom request process. Contact Thermo Fisher Scientific customer support or your sales representative to discuss available options for the specific reagent and quantity needed.

Can I use conjugated phalloidin label probes on organoids?

Yes. Conjugated phalloidin labeling probes can be used with organoids when F-actin is accessible after fixation and permeabilization. Because organoids are thicker than monolayer cell cultures, protocol optimization may be needed, including permeabilization conditions, probe incubation time, and probe concentration.

Are conjugated phalloidin reagents antibodies?

No, Phalloidin is not an antibody. It is a bicyclic peptide toxin originally isolated from the Amanita phalloides mushroom and is used to bind and label F-actin in fixed and permeabilized samples.

Can I use methanol instead of DMSO to reconstitute the conjugated phalloidins from the lyophilized solids?

Yes, methanol can be used to reconstitute fluorescent phalloidin, but it creates a less concentrated stock solution than DMSO. Dissolve the vial contents in 1.5 mL of methanol to yield a 40X stock solution at a concentration of 200 assays/mL, which is equivalent to approximately 6.6 µM. One unit/assay of fluorescent phalloidins is equivalent to 5 µL of the methanolic stock solution. Methanol may be used as a stock-solution solvent, but methanol-containing fixatives are not recommended because they can disrupt F-actin.

How do I reconstitute fluorescent conjugated phalloidin probes to make a stock solution?

For fluorescent phalloidin label probes, prepare a DMSO stock solution by dissolving the vial contents in 150 µL anhydrous DMSO to make a 400X stock, with a concentration of approximately 66 µM or 2,000 assays per mL. Store between -25°C and -5°C, protected from light. One unit/assay of fluorescent phalloidins is equivalent to 0.5 µL of the DMSO stock solution.

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Authors:Sakaguchi M, Miyazaki M, Inoue Y, Tsuji T, Kouchi H, Tanaka T, Yamada H, Namba M
Journal:J Cell Biol
PubMed ID:10851017
'Many lines of evidence indicate that neoplastic transformation of cells occurs by a multistep process. For neoplastic transformation of normal human cells, they must be first immortalized and then be converted into neoplastic cells. It is well known that the immortalization is a critical step for the neoplastic transformation of ... More
CD34+ corneal stromal cells are bone marrow-derived and express hemopoietic stem cell markers.
Authors:Sosnová M, Bradl M, Forrester JV
Journal:Stem Cells
PubMed ID:15790772
'Previous studies have suggested that corneal stromal keratocytes express the CD34 antigen. We wished to investigate CD34 antigen expression in normal mouse cornea using dual- and triple-staining techniques. Whole-mount preparations of mouse and rat corneas were examined with confocal microscopy using single, dual, or triple immunostaining to study their morphology, ... More
Real-time gene expression analysis in human xenografts for evaluation of histone deacetylase inhibitors.
Authors:Beliën A, De Schepper S, Floren W, Janssens B, Mariën A, King P, Van Dun J, Andries L, Voeten J, Bijnens L, Janicot M, Arts J
Journal:Mol Cancer Ther
PubMed ID:16985066
'Real-time analysis of gene expression in experimental tumor models represents a major tool to document disease biology and evaluate disease treatment. However, monitoring gene regulation in vivo still is an emerging field, and thus far it has not been linked to long-term tumor growth and disease outcome. In this report, ... More
Suppression of Fas/APO-1-mediated apoptosis by mitogen-activated kinase signaling.
Authors:Holmström TH, Chow SC, Elo I, Coffey ET, Orrenius S, Sistonen L, Eriksson JE
Journal:J Immunol
PubMed ID:9510160
'Jurkat T cells undergo rapid apoptosis upon stimulation of the Fas/APO-1 (CD95) receptor. We examined the role of the mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) cascade as a negative regulator of Fas-mediated apoptosis. To this end, we used both physiologic and artificial activators of MAPK, all of which activate MAPK by distinct ... More
Close relation of arterial ICC-like cells to the contractile phenotype of vascular smooth muscle cell.
Authors:Pucovský V, Harhun MI, Povstyan OV, Gordienko DV, Moss RF, Bolton TB,
Journal:J Cell Mol Med
PubMed ID:17760838
This work aimed to establish the lineage of cells similar to the interstitial cells of Cajal (ICC), the arterial ICC-like (AIL) cells, which have recently been described in resistance arteries, and to study their location in the artery wall. Segments of guinea-pig mesenteric arteries and single AIL cells freshly isolated ... More