High-quality LUV liposomes labeled with DiA are ready to use. The liposomes are prepared by the extrusion method to 100nm with very tight particle size distribution. The product is sterile filtered and filled in sterile vials guaranteed to be stable for 6 months.

Specifications

Lipid composition: DOPC/CHOL (54:45 mol/mol)

Lipid concentration: 50 mM (50-55 mM)

Volume: 1.0 mL

DiA: 0.5mM (0.39mg/mL)

Mean particle size: 100 nm (90-120 nm)

Hydration buffer: 10% sucrose, 20mM HEPES, pH 7.3 ± 0.2

Storage: in the refrigerator (2 – 8 degree C)

Shelf-life: 6 months for unopened vials

DOPC: 1,2-dioleoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine

CHOL: cholesterol

DiA:   4-Di-16-ASP (4-(4-(Dihexadecylamino)styryl)-N-Methylpyridinium Iodide)