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Cy3 Peptide Labeling

Cy3 Peptide Labeling Cy3 is a commonly used orange-channel cyanine dye for fluorescence microscopy, multicolor imaging, and flow cytometry. It is often selected for peptide tracking and dual-color labeling strategies. Key Properties Excitation / Emission 550 /

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Cy3 Peptide Labeling

Cy3 is a commonly used orange-channel cyanine dye for fluorescence microscopy, multicolor imaging, and flow cytometry. It is often selected for peptide tracking and dual-color labeling strategies.

Key Properties

Excitation / Emission

550 / 570 nm

Color

Orange

Laser Compatibility

532 nm / 543 nm / 561 nm

Typical Use

Microscopy, dual-color imaging, flow cytometry

Notes

Popular for multicolor fluorescence panels

Cy3 Spectrum

Why Use Cy3?

Strong orange-channel fluorescence

Useful for microscopy and multicolor assays

Compatible with several common laser lines

Popular with Cy5 in dual-color experiments

Related Dyes

TAMRA

Cy5

ATTO 550

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Customization to Fit Specific Research Needs

Every research project is unique—and so are your labeling requirements. We offer a wide range of labeling options, including fluorescent dyes, biotin, stable isotopes, and affinity tags, with full customization in sequence design, labeling site selection, and conjugation chemistry. Our team works closely with you to develop labeling strategies that fit your experimental design and platform compatibility.

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