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4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Potassium Salt (CAS 210357-38-3)

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Alternate Names:
4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Potassium Salt is also known as MUGS.
CAS Number:
210357-38-3
Purity:
98%
Molecular Weight:
497.51
Molecular Formula:
C18H20KNO11S
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranoside, Potassium Salt is used as a substrate for the detection and quantification of enzymes such as β-glucuronidase and β-galactosidase. When these enzymes are present, they cleave the substrate, releasing the fluorescent compound 4-methylumbelliferone. This allows for the measurement of enzyme activity through the detection of fluorescence, providing a sensitive and specific method for the analysis of these enzymes in various biological samples. The mechanism of action involves the enzymatic hydrolysis of the substrate, leading to the release of the fluorescent product. 4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-Acetamido-2-Deoxy-Å-D-Glucopyranoside, Potassium Salt plays a functional role in enabling the measurement of enzyme activity, contributing to the understanding of biological processes and pathways. Its use in experimental applications allows for the investigation of enzyme function and regulation.


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4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Potassium Salt, 1 mg

sc-223640
1 mg
$146.00

4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Potassium Salt, 25 mg

sc-223640A
25 mg
$343.00

4-Methylumbelliferyl 6-Sulfo-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-β-D-glucopyranoside Potassium Salt, 100 mg

sc-223640B
100 mg
$519.00

I read articles that this substrate from another company (synonym 4-Methylumbelliferyl-6-sulfo-N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminide, Potassium Salt) is used for Hexosaminidase A activity.Is your product also suitable for Hexosaminidase A enzyme activity?

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Thanks for your question. Yes, the sc-223640 is a substrate of HEXA and can be used for Hexosaminidase A activity. Please contact Technical service for further support.
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Date published: 2019-01-06
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