Cy3 Labeled Peptides

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 / Emission550 / 570 nm
ColorOrange
Laser Compatibility532 nm / 543 nm / 561 nm
Typical UseMicroscopy, dual-color imaging, flow cytometry
NotesPopular for multicolor fluorescence panels

Cy3 Spectrum

Cy3 excitation emission 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

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