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Ruthenium Red

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Definition: An inorganic dye used in microscopy for differential staining and as a diagnostic reagent. In research this compound is used to study changes in cytoplasmic concentrations of calcium. Ruthenium red inhibits calcium transport through membrane channels.     
Pharmacological Action Coloring Agents; Indicators and Reagents 		Other names Ammoniated Ruthenium Oxychloride; Ruthenium Oxychloride, Ammoniated; Red, Ruthenium; Oxychloride, Ammoniated Ruthenium
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
ruthenium violet  58516-31-7   Ruthenium Red/*analogs & derivatives.

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