Composition: Modified Giemsa-type stain containing methylene blue, azure, and eosin derivatives
Appearance: Deep blue to purple solution
pH: 6.8 – 7.2 (buffered)
Staining Performance: Stains malaria parasites (blue chromatin, red cytoplasm), differentiates species
Differentiation: Stains leukocyte granules, platelet granules, and parasite stages distinctly
Clarity: Clear, may have slight sediment
Stability: 6-12 months when stored properly
Packaging: Typically in dropper bottles or larger volumes