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How stable is BriteVu once mixed?

Apr 30, 2015/ Comments Off / in FAQ
How stable is BriteVu once mixed?

As long as properly mixed BriteVu is kept at or above 37o C (98.6o F) on a spinning hot plate, it will remain as a stable liquid.  Heated liquid BriteVu will lose water due to evaporation and may periodically need small amounts of water added.

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What size needle can properly prepared BriteVu pass through?

Apr 30, 2015/ Comments Off / in FAQ
What size needle can properly prepared BriteVu pass through?

Liquid BriteVu can easily pass through a 27 gauge needle.  If cooled below 37 C (98.6 F) or not properly mixed, liquid BriteVu will being to harden or form clumps.  If this occurs, first make sure the total water volume is adequate (adjust for evaporation if needed) and heat the solution to 80-90 C (140-158 F) for at least 10 minutes.

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Is BriteVu toxic?

Apr 30, 2015/ Comments Off / in FAQ
Is BriteVu toxic?

BriteVu is non-toxic.  Regardless basic precautions should be followed: keep out of the reach of children, avoid contact with eyes and skin and do not eat.  BriteVu should NOT be used on living animals. A Safety Data Sheet can be requested through our contact page.  In  case of suspected intoxication with BriteVu, please contact Infotrac at 1-800-535-5053 (North America) or 1-352-323-3500 (International).

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