Fluorescent amyloid β dye with β-sheet binding properties which is commonly used to observe amyloid plaque accumulation and to detect amyloid pathology.
Alternative names
ThioS, ThS
Description
Fluorescent amyloid β dye, used to detect amyloid pathology.
Prepare and use solutions on the same day if possible. Store solutions at -20°C for up to one month if storage is required. Equilibrate to RT and ensure the solution is precipitate free before use.
Shipping Conditions
Stable for ambient temperature shipping. Follow storage instructions on receipt.
Important
This product is for RESEARCH USE ONLY and is not intended for therapeutic or diagnostic use. Not for human or veterinary use
Morphological characterization of Thioflavin-S-positive amyloid plaques in transgenic Alzheimer mice and effect of passive Abeta immunotherapy on their clearance.
Bussière T et al (2004) The American journal of pathology 165 : 987-95
Amyloid Beta Protocol (368.6 KB) 
