Process for the staining of sperm
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1. A process for staining sperm cells, the process comprising forming a staining mixture containing intact viable sperm cells and a DNA selective fluorescent dye, and subjecting the staining mixture to a temperature in excess of 40°
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Sperm cells are stained according to processes that involve the combining of sperm cells with a fluorescent DNA selective dye at an elevated temperature in excess of about 40° C. The methods allow for a decreased staining time. The cells may thereafter be efficiently sorted according to common separation methods, including flow cytometry.
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- 1. A process for staining sperm cells, the process comprising forming a staining mixture containing intact viable sperm cells and a DNA selective fluorescent dye, and subjecting the staining mixture to a temperature in excess of 40°
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