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4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-glucopyranoside is known for its role in enzymology. This compound is often used as a substrate in assays to detect, quantify, and study the activity of specific enzymes, such as α-glucosidases. Upon enzymatic cleavage, 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-glucopyranoside releases 4-methylumbelliferone, a fluorescent compound that emits blue light. This fluorescence can be easily detected and measured, providing a sensitive method for monitoring enzyme activity in real-time. This property makes it invaluable in research laboratories for conducting enzymatic assays, studying carbohydrate metabolism, and investigating the mechanisms of action of various enzymes. In industrial applications, 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-glucopyranoside can be employed in the development of biotechnological products and processes, such as in the screening of compounds that can modulate enzyme activity.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-(2,6-Dimethyl-pyrimidin-4-ylcarbamoyl)-butyric acid, 500 mg | sc-314252 | 500 mg | $255.00 |