Rose bengal
Rose Bengal
Rose Bengal (pronunciation: /roʊz ˈbɛŋɡɔːl/) is a synthetic dye used in various medical and scientific applications.
Etymology
The name "Rose Bengal" is derived from the bright pink color of the dye, which is reminiscent of a rose, and Bengal, a region in South Asia known for its vibrant colors.
Usage
Rose Bengal is used in a variety of medical and scientific applications. In medicine, it is used as a diagnostic tool to identify damage to the eye's surface. It is also used in cancer research, where it is used to induce tumors in laboratory animals for study. In microbiology, Rose Bengal is used in the Rose Bengal Test, a test used to identify the presence of certain types of bacteria.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rose bengal
- Wikipedia's article - Rose bengal
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