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Cy5 Peptide Labeling
Cy5 Peptide Labeling Cy5 is a widely used far-red cyanine dye for peptide labeling, microscopy, flow cytometry, and multicolor detection. It is a common choice for low-background far-red fluorescence applications. Key Properties Excitation / Emission 646 / 662
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Cy5 Peptide Labeling
Cy5 is a widely used far-red cyanine dye for peptide labeling, microscopy, flow cytometry, and multicolor detection. It is a common choice for low-background far-red fluorescence applications.
Key Properties
Excitation / Emission
646 / 662 nm
Color
Far-red
Laser Compatibility
633 nm / 640 nm
Typical Use
Microscopy, peptide tracking, flow cytometry
Notes
Popular far-red dye for low-background imaging
Cy5 Spectrum
Why Use Cy5?
Useful far-red signal for low-background detection
Commonly paired with Cy3 in multicolor studies
Compatible with 633 nm and 640 nm laser systems
Widely used for peptide imaging and tracking
Related Dyes
Alexa Fluor 647
ATTO 647N
Cy3
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