Community Corner: Exploring the Versatile World of Blue Dextran from our partner TdB Labs

May 21, 2024 Science Blue dextran, TdB Labs, chromatography, hydrogels

Community Corner: Exploring the Versatile World of Blue Dextran from our partner TdB Labs

TdB Labs stands at the forefront, offering an exceptional range of Blue Dextran products, renowned for their quality and adaptability across a spectrum of molecular weights, from 5 kDa to 2000 kDa.

Blue Dextran at TdB Labs is synthesized from specific dextran fractions by reacting with Cibacron blue F3GA, followed by a strict purification process to remove any unbound dye from the product, thereby ensuring its utmost quality. Blue Dextran's formulation guarantees over six years of stability when stored in dry, well-sealed containers at ambient temperature. Further, its solubility in water enhances its usability across various applications, ensuring ease of use for researchers.

Beyond its traditional uses in chromatography and research, Blue Dextran's versatility shines in industrial contexts and clinical settings. A notable industrial application comes from a TdB Labs customer who uses Blue Dextran to verify the molecular cut-off for industrial membranes and to detect leaks in returned membrane modules. This practical application extends to expos, conferences, and workshops, where Blue Dextran offers a visual and user-friendly way to showcase membrane solutions. In clinical environments, Blue Dextran is utilized for labeling clinical hydrogels or adhesives, facilitating the study and improvement of these materials in medical applications. Its ease of handling and the simplicity of system cleaning post-demonstration underscore its value in both technical and customer-facing scenarios.

Recognizing the diverse applications of Blue dextran, TdB Labs extends the opportunity for customized product development. Researchers unable to find their exact requirement within the existing range can collaborate with TdB Labs for tailor-made solutions, ensuring that their specific research needs are met with precision. TdB Labs is thus poised to support diverse scientific inquiries and industrial needs, fostering innovation and efficiency across fields.

We are thrilled to collaborate with our friends at Genaxxon, who have kindly offered us space in their newsletter to connect with their valued community. To show our appreciation for this opportunity and to welcome Genaxxon's loyal customers, we are extending a special 10% discount on all our Blue Dextran products. This exclusive offer is our way of saying thank you and to encourage you to explore the benefits of our high-quality offerings. Please use the discount code #Genaxxon.

Read more about Blue dextran from TdB Labs here, and directly place an order for the same from their webshop.