Description
General Description
DSPE-FITC is a fluorescent phospholipid derivative containing DSPE (1,2-distearoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphoethanolamine, C18:0) conjugated with fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC). The FITC fluorophore enables visualization and tracking of liposomes, lipid nanoparticles, and biomaterials in fluorescence imaging applications.
Key Properties
- Fluorescent phospholipid conjugate
- FITC fluorophore functionality
- DSPE phospholipid anchor (C18:0)
- Saturated lipid structure for enhanced membrane stability
- Suitable for fluorescence labeling and imaging studies
Applications
- Liposome fluorescence labeling
- Lipid nanoparticle tracking
- Cellular uptake studies
- Fluorescence microscopy
- Drug delivery and biodistribution studies
- Nanomedicine imaging applications
Functional Overview
The DSPE lipid segment enables stable incorporation into lipid membranes and nanoparticle systems, while the FITC fluorophore provides fluorescence for visualization and tracking applications.
Summary
DSPE-FITC is a versatile fluorescent phospholipid widely used in liposome imaging, nanoparticle tracking, and advanced nanomedicine research applications.
