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Destaining effects of immersion oils on Giemsa-stained chromosomes (R-bands)
Annales De Genetique
|June 1, 1977
Abstract:
In 24-48 hours, immersion oils without PCB (polychlorinated biphenyl) destroy Giemsa-stained chromosomes (R-bands) on uncovered slides. We can recommend yellow paraffin oil as immersion oil. It has a preserving effect on the chromosomes like immersion oils containing PCB.