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3-Hydroxycoumarin is a compound that functions as a fluorescent probe in biochemical and cellular assays. It is used to detect and measure the presence of metal ions, particularly iron, in biological samples. The compound chelates with metal ions, leading to a change in its fluorescence properties, allowing for the quantification of metal ion concentrations. 3-Hydroxycoumarin also acts as a photosensitizer, where it generates reactive oxygen species upon exposure to light, leading to cell death. 3-Hydroxycoumarin′s mechanism of action involves its ability to bind to metal ions and undergo photochemical reactions, which may be useful for studying metal ion homeostasis and for inducing cell death in experimental applications.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
3-Hydroxycoumarin, 1 g | sc-231751 | 1 g | $22.00 |