Giemsa Stain Solution

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance blue liquid. Flash Point 54 deg F. Flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if inhaled. May cause severe eye irritation and possible injury. May cause central nervous system depression. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause dermatitis. Cannot be made non-poisonous. May cause reproductive and fetal effects. Danger! Poison! May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. May cause skin and respiratory tract irritation. Target Organs: Kidneys, central nervous system, liver, eyes.

Potential health effects

Eye: Contact may cause severe eye irritation and possible eye damage. Skin: May cause skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause defatting of the skin and dermatitis. May be absorbed through the skin. Ingestion: May be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. Cannot be made non-poisonous. May cause central nervous system depression, kidney damage, and liver damage. Symptoms may include: headache, excitement, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stupor, and coma. Inhalation: Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. May cause respiratory tract irritation. Prolonged exposure may result in dizziness and general weakness. Chronic: Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive effects. May cause liver and kidney damage.