5-Methylcytidine (CAS 2140-61-6)
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5-Methylcytidine (5-mC) stands as a modified nucleoside widely present in various organisms, including humans. Originating from cytidine, a nucleoside found in both DNA and RNA, 5-Methylcytidine holds significance as a epigenetic modification. This modification possesses the ability to impact gene expression without inducing alterations to the underlying genetic sequence. Through its involvement in DNA methylation, 5-Methylcytidine plays a pivotal role in processes that can influence gene expression, ultimately influencing the phenotype of an organism. Within the realm of epigenetic modifications, 5-Methylcytidine plays a role in various processes, notably including DNA methylation. DNA methylation involves the addition of a methyl group to a cytosine nucleotide in DNA, thereby influencing gene expression. This biochemical process is facilitated by DNA methyltransferases (DNMTs), which recognize and transfer a methyl group to 5-Methylcytidine, leading to the formation of 5-methylcytosine. The resulting methylation can impact gene expression by impeding gene transcription or modifying the structure of chromatin.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
5-Methylcytidine, 25 mg | sc-221036 | 25 mg | $81.00 | |||
5-Methylcytidine, 100 mg | sc-221036A | 100 mg | $321.00 |