How Do You Use Luminol

Luminol is applied by spraying the activated solution over the area/item using a fine-mist spray bottle. If blood is present, you should see a light blue glow right away. The reaction usually lasts about an hour.

How do you perform a luminol test?

To perform a luminol test, the criminalists simply spray the mixture wherever they think blood might be. If hemoglobin and the luminol mixture come in contact, the iron in the hemoglobin accelerates a reaction between the hydrogen peroxide and the luminol.

How do you use luminol powder?

How to Use. Inside a small spray bottle add a vial of Luminol to eight ounces of water and mix. When sprayed on surfaces where blood is evident, the luminol will make the blood patterns appear a bright green. User Note: This powdered luminol is used by old school detectives and in chemistry.