Acetate buffer (DG)

The buffer is a vehicle for the fixative and requires certain properties:

  1. To maintain constant pH during the time of the fixation. The pH of the fixative in EM is adjusted using the buffer system chosen; e.g. range 6.5-8.0.
  2. The ionic constitution to prevent the extraction of cellular components, or the deposition of precipitates of fixative chemicals.

Stain results:

Nissl Substance: Intense Purple
Nuclei: Purple
Background: Clear

AFIP, Manual of Histological Staining Methods, 3rd Ed., Ed. L. Luna: New York: McGraw-Hill Publications, c. 1968, p. 212

Store at room temperature.

MSDS

Updated: 04-06-2026
Code pH Pack Size Availability Price Updated: 04-06-2026
EMS26671-02 6.5-8.0 500ml No ETA $91.00 AUD

* Availability Explanation

X weeks – the estimated lead time, based on the average time taken previously to fill orders from this particular supplier. Lead times are from when we receive your order until when we fill your order. For delivery times, please see shipping information below.

In Stock – Plenty of stock on the shelf, ready to ship.

No ETA – our supplier has advised they cannot provide an accurate ETA. Generally there is some issue with supply, and it may be more than 6 months.