Useful in in vitro cell growth assays with possible applicability to a variety of problems in cellular pharmacology and biology. An improved colorimetric assay for cell proliferation and viability utilizing XTT has been reported. An XTT-based colorimetric cellular cytotoxicity assay for melanoma and other tumor cells has also been reported.
Synonyms: Tetraxolium XTT; Sodium 3"-(1-(phenylaminocarbonyl)-3,4-tetrazolium)bis(4-methoxy-6-nitro)benzenesulfonic acid; [b]test[/b]