RUTHENIUM RED
\ɹuːθˈiːni͡əm ɹˈɛd], \ɹuːθˈiːniəm ɹˈɛd], \ɹ_uː_θ_ˈiː_n_iə_m ɹ_ˈɛ_d]\
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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.
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