BIOLAB Hematoxylin (Harris) is a professional histology and cytology staining reagent supplied in a 100 mL & 500 mL pack for nuclear staining in validated laboratory procedures.
BIOLAB lists this product in its cytology staining range as “HEMATOXYLENE (HARRIS)”, while its analytical-stain catalogue identifies Harris hematoxylin for PAP and H&E staining.
Harris hematoxylin is widely used as a nuclear stain. In properly performed staining procedures, cell nuclei generally develop a blue to blue-purple appearance, providing contrast against cytoplasmic and extracellular counterstains such as eosin.
Professional laboratory use only. Specimen fixation, tissue processing, section preparation, staining time, differentiation, bluing, counterstaining, dehydration, clearing, mounting and microscopic interpretation must follow the current BIOLAB instructions and the laboratory's validated SOP.
Vendor: BIOLAB Diagnostics. Product type: Histopathology / Cytology Stain
| Product Name | Hematoxylin (Harris) |
| Manufacturer Listing | HEMATOXYLENE (HARRIS) |
| Brand | BIOLAB Diagnostics |
| Pack Size | 100 mL & 500 mL |
| Product Category | Histology / Cytology Staining Reagent |
| Primary Function | Nuclear Staining |
| Typical Staining Workflows | H&E and PAP staining |
| Expected Nuclear Appearance | Blue to Blue-Purple following appropriate staining and bluing |
| Use Environment | Professional Histology / Cytology Laboratory |
Important: Exact formulation, staining time, differentiation requirement, bluing procedure, storage, stability and expiry must be checked on the current BIOLAB product label and package documentation supplied with your batch.
Harris hematoxylin is a widely used formulation of hematoxylin for staining cellular nuclei in histological and cytological specimens.
Hematoxylin itself undergoes oxidation to form hematein. In a suitable staining formulation, hematein complexes with a metallic mordant and interacts with nuclear structures, creating the characteristic blue-purple nuclear staining seen after appropriate processing and bluing.
The purpose of nuclear staining is to provide contrast that allows trained laboratory professionals and pathologists to evaluate cellular and tissue morphology under a microscope.
Hematoxylin staining depends on the interaction between oxidised hematoxylin, the mordant and negatively charged cellular components associated with nuclear chromatin.
Following appropriate staining and bluing, nuclei typically appear:
The final colour can vary according to:
Hematoxylin & Eosin (H&E) is one of the most widely used staining combinations in routine histology.
The two stains provide complementary contrast:
Together they help provide a general overview of tissue architecture and cellular morphology.
A conventional H&E laboratory workflow may involve:
Do not use a generic staining time as the operating procedure for this BIOLAB reagent. Exact exposure times and sequence should follow the current BIOLAB instructions or your laboratory's validated SOP.
BIOLAB also identifies Harris hematoxylin for use in PAP / Papanicolaou staining workflows.
Within an appropriate PAP staining procedure, hematoxylin is used to provide nuclear staining before subsequent cytoplasmic staining steps.
PAP staining can involve multiple reagents and carefully controlled timing. Laboratories should verify the complete protocol and compatibility of all staining solutions before routine use.
| Feature | Harris Hematoxylin | Eosin |
|---|---|---|
| Main Role | Nuclear stain | Cytoplasmic / extracellular counterstain |
| Typical Colour | Blue / Blue-Purple | Pink / Red |
| Used Together | Commonly combined in H&E staining | |
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Harris hematoxylin is commonly used in staining systems where differentiation may be required to remove excess or non-specific background staining and improve nuclear definition.
The laboratory should use only the differentiation procedure specified in the validated method.
Over-differentiation can produce weak nuclear staining, while inadequate differentiation may result in excessive background or poor nuclear contrast.
After hematoxylin staining, a bluing step is commonly used to convert the stained nuclear colour toward the characteristic blue appearance.
Bluing can be affected by water chemistry and pH. Therefore laboratories should maintain consistent validated conditions rather than assuming all tap-water supplies will behave identically.
Poor or incomplete bluing may produce nuclei that appear reddish, purple-brown or otherwise inconsistent with the expected staining pattern.
High-quality histology staining depends on the complete process, not simply on the reagent bottle.
Important factors include:
The reagent is relevant to professional laboratory environments including:
Correct slide preparation is essential for dependable staining and microscopy.
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BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin forms part of Microsidd India's wider professional laboratory-reagent range.
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Store BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin according to the exact storage conditions printed on the current manufacturer label and package documentation.
Good laboratory practice includes:
If information on the supplied BIOLAB label differs from information displayed online, follow the current manufacturer's documentation supplied with the reagent.
Laboratory staining reagents should be purchased by checking the exact stain formulation, brand, pack size, application and staining protocol.
Microsidd India combines online ordering with a Bengaluru-based diagnostic and laboratory-products business and provides detailed product information to help professional buyers verify the correct reagent before ordering.
| Buying Consideration | Microsidd India | General Local Market / Marketplace |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Product Identification | BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin clearly identified | Description quality varies by seller |
| Pack Size | 100 mL clearly stated | Pack variants may not always be clearly separated |
| Application Information | H&E, PAP and nuclear-staining context explained | May be limited to a short product title |
| Related Products | Laboratory stains, reagents, microscope slides and consumables available | Depends on seller catalogue |
| GST Invoice | Available for eligible purchases | Seller dependent |
| Bengaluru Presence | Physical business presence in RT Nagar, Bengaluru | Depends on individual seller |
| Institutional Procurement | Laboratory and bulk requirements may be supported subject to stock | Varies by seller |
| India-Wide Ordering | Delivery to serviceable PIN codes across India | Depends on marketplace and individual seller |
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Microsidd India is a diagnostic, medical and laboratory-products supplier based in RT Nagar, Bengaluru.
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Harris Hematoxylin is a professional nuclear staining reagent used in histology and cytology workflows.
BIOLAB currently lists the product as HEMATOXYLENE (HARRIS). Microsidd uses the standard searchable spelling “Hematoxylin (Harris)” while retaining the manufacturer's terminology in the description.
This Microsidd listing is for 100 mL.
It is primarily used to stain cellular nuclei, producing blue to blue-purple nuclear contrast following appropriate staining and bluing.
Yes. BIOLAB identifies Harris hematoxylin for H&E staining applications.
Yes. BIOLAB's analytical-stain catalogue also identifies Harris hematoxylin for PAP staining workflows.
No. This listing is for BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin 100 mL only. Eosin is a separate counterstaining reagent unless explicitly included in a kit.
Properly stained and blued nuclei generally appear blue to blue-purple. Exact appearance depends on the specimen, formulation and validated laboratory protocol.
Bluing helps convert the hematoxylin-stained nuclei toward the characteristic blue appearance and is an important controlled step in many hematoxylin procedures.
Harris hematoxylin is commonly used in procedures that include a differentiation step. The exact requirement depends on the formulation and validated laboratory protocol, so follow the current BIOLAB instructions.
Acid-alcohol differentiation is used in many Harris hematoxylin protocols, but do not assume a concentration or timing from another manufacturer's method. Use the procedure validated for the BIOLAB reagent in your laboratory.
Staining time depends on formulation, specimen, section thickness, reagent condition and laboratory procedure. Follow the current BIOLAB package instructions or validated SOP rather than using a generic timing.
Hematoxylin can be used as a nuclear stain in different procedures, but a conventional H&E stain requires both hematoxylin and eosin.
The public BIOLAB catalogue confirms the product identity and staining application but does not provide enough detail to establish a universal preparation instruction for this exact 100 mL pack. Follow the current bottle label and package insert before use.
Laboratories should follow their validated SOP and manufacturer instructions regarding filtration, staining-bath maintenance and reagent reuse.
Store it according to the exact conditions printed on the current BIOLAB bottle label. Keep the container properly closed and protect the reagent from contamination.
Expiry is batch-specific. Use the expiry printed on the supplied bottle. Customers requiring a specific minimum remaining shelf life should contact Microsidd before ordering.
No. BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin is intended for professional laboratory staining procedures by appropriately trained personnel.
BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin 100 mL can be ordered through Microsidd.com subject to current stock. Microsidd India is based in RT Nagar, Bengaluru.
Bulk and institutional requirements may be supported depending on stock availability, quantity, required shelf life and applicable commercial terms.
Microsidd ships professional laboratory products to serviceable PIN codes across India, subject to current inventory and courier serviceability.
BIOLAB Harris Hematoxylin is intended for professional laboratory use by appropriately trained personnel.
Information on this page is provided for product identification, procurement and general educational purposes and does not replace:
A staining reagent does not independently establish a diagnosis. Microscopic findings must be interpreted by appropriately qualified professionals together with specimen quality, clinical information and other investigations where applicable.
If the current BIOLAB label or package documentation differs from general information displayed online, the current manufacturer documentation supplied with the reagent takes precedence.
This laboratory reagent is non-returnable and non-exchangeable once correctly supplied.
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Laboratory reagents may be affected by contamination, temperature, storage and handling after delivery. Correctly supplied reagents therefore cannot normally be accepted back into saleable inventory.
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Product: Hematoxylin (Harris)
Manufacturer Listing: HEMATOXYLENE (HARRIS)
Brand: BIOLAB Diagnostics
Pack Size: 100 mL
Category: Histology / Cytology Staining Reagent
Primary Function: Nuclear Staining
Applications: H&E and PAP Staining Workflows
Expected Staining: Blue to Blue-Purple Nuclear Contrast following appropriate processing
Use: Professional Laboratory Use Only
Typical Users: Histopathology, Pathology, Cytology, Hospital, Teaching & Research Laboratories
Supplier: Microsidd India
Supplier Location: RT Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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| Test method | Lab analysis |
| Test sample | Blood |
